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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1999
10:00 A.M. AGENDA
Call To Order/Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 10:02 a.m. by Mayor Pro -tem
Turnquist. Present: Councilmembers Beaudet and Swenson. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Administrator Melena, City Engineer Anderlik, Police Chief Swanson, Community Development Director
Danielson, City Planner Richards, Administrative Secretary Kellogg, and Administrative Assistant Kamper.
Absent: Mayor Schaaf, Councilmember Byrne, City Engineer Postler, and Public Works Director Johnson.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda:
Councilmember Beaudet added Andersen Windows /St. Croix Mall as Item F under New Business,
Sign Ordinance Enforcement as Item G under New Business, Boutwell's Landing Park as Item H
under New Business, Ryder Site Update as Item I under New Business, Karmann Jacks Update as
Item J under New Business, Snow Plowing Update as Item K under New Business and Barry
Toregerson Update as Item L under New Business.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Carried 3 - 0.
•. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
3. Valley Branch Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: Cit Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission last met
on Thursday, December 16, 1999. The Planning C ommission also recommends that the
meeting date be changed to the second Thursday of each month beginning in February, 2000.
The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 20, 2000.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission last met on Monday, December 20, 1999. The Parks Commission will set a
workshop for early January to review the Capital Improvements Program and the Calthorpe
Study. The next Parks Commission meeting will be held January 24, 2000.
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• C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission has not
met since the last Council meeting so there was nothing to report. The next Cable Commission
meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 19, 2000.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported he did not attend the Brown's Creek
Watershed District meeting so no report was given.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the Middle St. Croix Watershed
District will meet the beginning of January, 2000.
Valley Branch Watershed - No report given.
E. Other:
Councilmember Beaudet requested an update regarding the lights on the north side of the
Rainbow Foods building. Administrator Melena stated that he would prepare a report for the
next meeting.
• Councilmember Beaudet asked what the procedure was regarding Cit policy for accepting
employee resignations.
III. Visitors:
A. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Kamper recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Gerald Ellingsen, 15100 63` Street North, for participating in the City's recycling program
on Thursday, December 23, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — November 23, 1999
C. Approve City Council Minutes — December 14, 1999
D. Reserve Status
E. Approve Request for Payment No. 4 to S.R. Weidema for Boutwell's Landing — Street
and Utility Improvements in the amount of $57,088.82
F. Approve Request for Payment No. 7 to Tower Asphalt for 58 Street — Norell to
Oakgreen in the amount of $23,661.81
G. Approve Request for Payment No. 4 to Tower Asphalt for Oak Park Boulevard to
Oakgreen in the amount of $21,573.08
• H. Receipt of Springsted Correspondence
I. Receipt of DNR/Sunnyside Marina Correspondence
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• J . 2000 Local Board of Review /Open Book Meeting
K. Receipt of Information on Variances
L. Receipt of Correspondence Re: NAC Billing
M. Eagle's License Renewal
N. Carriage Homes Billing Update
Councilmember Beaudet requested pulling Items G, L and N.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items G, L and N. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 3 - 0.
G. Approve Request for Payrnent No. 4 to Tower Asphalt for Oak Park Boulevard to
Oakgreen in the amount of $21,573.08.
Councilmember Beaudet requested an update on the status of the NSP lights.
Administrator Melena stated that Linner Electric is in the process of installing the
wiring and the lights should be in sometime in January.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve Request for
Payment No. 4 to Tower Asphalt for Oak Park Boulevard to Oakgreen in the amount
• of $21,573.08. Carried 2 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
L. Receipt of Correspondence Re: NAC Billing.
Councilmember Beaudet asked what the total disputed amount was and when it was
billed. Administrator Melena stated that staff is still working with NAC to come up
with the final amount owed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet, moved to receive the correspondence.
Carried 3 — 0.
N. Carriage Homes Billing.
Councilmember Beaudet asked what the City requested the developer to do in order to
incur this bill. Administrator Melena provided an update on the work that was done.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson, moved to receive the Carriage Homes
Billing. Carried 3 — 0.
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New Business:
A. Insurance.
Administrator Melena provided an update on the Cit Health Insurance Policy and
recommended moving ahead with the contract for health insurance for 12 months and to direct
staff to continue to research other carriers.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson, moved to authorize staff to renew the Cit
health insurance contract. Carried 3 — 0.
B. March Goal Setting Meeting.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet, moved to tentatively set the March Goal
Setting Meeting for March 10, 2000. Carried 3 — 0.
C. Jim O'Meara Correspondence.
Administrator Melena gave an update on correspondence the City received regarding
communications between Jim O'Meara and the State Auditor's Office and recommended
• the Cit send a letter supporting Mr. O'Meara.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to receive the correspondence and not to respond. Motion
died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist, moved to send correspondence. Carried
2 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
D. Burger King — Parapet Addition.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Burger King Parapet
Addition with conditions as outlined in Planner Richards' report dated December 20, 1999.
Carried 3 — 0.
E. H.S.I. — Circle of Friends Conditional Use Permit.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson, moved to approve the Conditional Use
Permit with conditions as outlined in Planner Richards' report dated December 20, 1999.
Carried 3 — 0.
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F. Andersen Windows /St. Croix Mall.
No action taken.
G. Sign Ordinance Enforcement.
After discussion on whether the Cit sign ordinance should be amended, staff was directed
to check into this issue.
H. Boutwell's Landing Park.
Councilmember Beaudet inquired as to wh Administrator Melena requested VSSA to
submit design proposals for the park in Boutwell's Landing. Administrator Melena stated
that as per the agreement, VSSA owes the City proposals, but that the City would have the
final approval.
I. R Transportation.
Councilmember Beaudet inquired as to the status of the Ryder site. Administrator Melena
stated that Council had authorized staff to handle this issue and that Council will be kept
• informed as information becomes available.
J. Karmann Jacks.
Update provided.
K. Snowplowing.
Councilmember Beaudet stated that he had received complaints on 58t Street not being
plowed and sanded. Administrator Melena stated that the contractor was called out and that
the Cit has indicated its dissatisfaction with the conditions of the 58`x' Street.
L. Barry Torgerson.
Staff directed to prepare a report.
VII. old Business:
A. Perro Creek Pond Lobb Efforts.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet, moved to table this matter to Januar 11,
2000. Carried 3 — 0.
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B. East Oaks Street Request.
Administrator Melena reported that there was a request from the President of the East Oaks
Twinhomes for Oxboro Avenue to become a public street and that the City has denied this
request in the past. No action taken.
Councilmember Turnquist acknowledged City Engineer Joe Anderlik's retirement and thanked him
for his y ears of service.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet, moved to adjourn at 10:58 a.m. Carried 3 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lisa M. Kellogg
Administrative Secretar /Deputy Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers B Beaudet, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Administrator Melena, Public Works Director Johnson, City Engineer Anderlik, City Engineer Postler,
Police Chief Swanson, Community Development Director Danielson, Finance Director Holst, and
Administrative Assistant Kamper. Absent: Administrative Secretary Kellogg and City Planner Richards.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda:
Councilmember B seconded b Turnquist, moved to approve the Agenda as presented.
Carried 5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
3. Valley Branch Watershed District
E. Other
1. Bridge Update. See Item A under Old Business.
A. Planning Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the next
Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for December 16, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. She stated
that the Planning Commission will hold two Public Hearings at that time and will also have a
joint worksession with the City Council at 8:00 p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the next Parks
Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 20, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. The Parks
Commission will discuss the land use concept associated with the Calthorpe Study. She also
reported that Commissioner Weaver's term is expiring and that the City is also looking for a
Garden Committee Representative to replace her.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission meeting
had been cancelled. The new Access Center Coordinator, Greg Piekarski, is scheduled to begin
employment Tuesday, December 21, 1999.
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D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed District
met Monday, December 13, 1999. He did not attend the meeting so no report was given.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the Middle St. Croix Watershed
District will meet the beginning of January, 2000 to coordinate and become part of the
northern unit and are continuing to work on these issues. He also reported that they are
continuing to work on the Perro Creek project.
Valley Branch Watershed - No report given.
E. Other:
1. Notice of update on the St. Croix River Crossing Layout under Old Business.
III. Visitors:
A.. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Kamper recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Ann Simpson, 14841 56t Street North, for participating in the City's recycling program
• on Thursday, December 9, 1999.
B. Ma Schaaf presented Robert and Dustin Bohn with a Certificate of Appreciation for their
actions on November 18, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — November 23, 1999
C. Approve City Council Minutes — November 29, 1999
D. Approve Truth In Taxation Minutes — December 6, 1999
E. Authorization to purchase full size, four wheel drive vehicle for Police Department
F. Approval of 2000 Non -union Salary Adjustments
G. Annual Transfers
H. Approval of 2000 Home Occupation License Renewals
I. Contractor's Licensing
J. Approval of Park Attendants
Councilmember Beaudet requested pulling Item B for corrections.
II Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson, moved to approve the Consent Agenda
minus Item B. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
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B. November 23, 1999 Minutes.
Councilmember Beaudet requested two corrections be made to the November 23, 1999
Minutes.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Minutes as
amended.
Administrator Melena pointed out that Council had previously decided to table any
Minutes that required corrections in order to review the videotape.
Councilmembers Beaudet and Swenson withdrew their motion and second.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to table the Minutes to the
December 28, 1999 Council Meeting. Carried 5 — 0.
V. Public Hearings:
• A. TNT Adoption Hearing
1. Approval of Proposed Budget Adjustments
2. Approval of 2000 Budget
3. Adoption of Tax Lev
This Public Hearing was continued from December 6, 1999. After hearing no public comment,
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to close the public hearing.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne, moved to approve the proposed budget adjustments for
2000. Motion carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to approve Resolution 99 -12 -44 Approving
the 2000 Budget. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to approve Resolution 99 -12 -45 Adopting the
2000 Tax Levy. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
VI. New Business:
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A. Approve Resolution Providing for the Issuance and Sale of $10,000,000 Elderly Housing
Revenue Refunding Bonds, (Boutwell's Landing_Project), Series 1999B to Provide Funds for
an Elderly Housing Project, on Behalf of Valley Senior Services Alliance.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne, moved to approve the Resolution. Roll call vote
was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0.
B. Parks Commission Appointment.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne, moved to appoint Chuck Dougherty to the
Parks Commission. Carried 5 — 0.
C. Sunnyside Marina Correspondence.
Administrator Melena reported that Sunnyside Marina was requesting an extension of the
no wake zone past their site and that they are requesting the City's support in this matter.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to approve the concept. Carried
5 -0.
• D. Approval of Cable Commission and Access Center 2000 Budgets.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Cable Commission
and Access Center 2000 Budgets. Carried 5 — 0.
E. Letter of Understanding and Intent to Lease with Option to Purchase.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to refer this matter to the January
11, 2000 Economic Development Authority Meeting. Motion carried 5 — 0.
F. No Parking on North side of 58t'' Street in Kern Center.
Councilmember Byrne requested that this also include extending the No Parking to the
north side of 55' Street.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Mayor Schaaf, moved to approve Resolution
99 -12 -50 Declaring No Parking on the North side of 58t Street, the West side of
Memorial Avenue and the North side of 55t Street. Roll call vote was taken. Motion
carried 5 — 0.
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P. Adoption of Years of Service Recognition Resolution.
Councilmember B seconded b Beaudet, moved to approve Resolution 99 -12 -47
Establishing a Council Polic for Employee Recognition for Years of Service. Roll call vote
was taken. Carried 5 — 0.
VII. Old Business:
A. St. Croix River Crossing La Review.
Administrator Melena gave an update on a meeting he, Mayor Schaaf and Councilmember
Beaudet attended with MnDOT. Administrator Melena stated that staff is requesting direction
from the Cit Council. Councilmember Beaudet stated that he felt the Cit shouldn't respond
to the proposal until it is in writing. Councilmernbers B and Swenson both stated that the
felt the Cit should state its position now so that time isn't wasted coming up with the solutions
that the Cit will not support.
B. Acceptance of Executive Summar — Safet Program.
Administrator Melena reported that the Executive Summary for the Safet Program has been
completed.
Councilmember Turn seconded b Swenson, moved to accept the Executive Summar
and authorize staff to move forward to implement a Safet Program for the Cit
C. Settlement Agreement — Eller Media Compan
Cit Attorney Vierling stated that the Cit has not y et received a signed cop of the Settlement
Agreement and therefore recommended this matter be tabled to the next Cit Council Meeting.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to table this matter to the December 28,
1999 Cit Council Meeting. Carried 5 — 0.
D. Well Siting /Contamination Report.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet, moved to defer this matter to the Januar 18,
2000 worksession. Carried 5 — 0.
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E. Post Office.
Administrator Melena reported that the Post Office has accepted the draft Development
Agreement in theory and that there are still a few details to work out.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Mayor Schaaf, moved to deny the Development
Agreement unless the proposed Post Office site includes retail.
Councilmember Turn stated that he felt the Cit should get the best deal it can and that
retail should be included at the site.
Councilmember Beaudet and Ma Schaaf withdrew their motion and second.
F. Extension of Snowplowing Contract.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet, moved to extend the Snowplowing Contract
with Raleigh Trucking, Inc. until spring of 2000. Motion carried 5 — 0.
G. Calthorpe Stud
• Communit Development Director Danielson gave a brief update on the Calthorpe Stud and
recommended Council approve the stud
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson, moved to receive the report and to amend it
to include preserving the Simonet house. Motion carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember Swenson also stated the he would like to have the pipes in the Simonet house
checked so that no damage is done to the house this winter.
H. Set time for last Council Meeting of 1999.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet, moved to set the Cit Council Meeting for
10:00 a.m. on December 28, 1999. Motion carried 5 — 0.
I. Set January Worksession (time, date and length).
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Beaudet, moved to set the January worksession for
January 18, 2000 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Motion carried 5 — 0.
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J . Reminder of Joint Worksession — Planning Commission and Council — December 16, 1999
at 8:00 p.m.
Reminder given.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to adjourn at 8:18 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lisa M. Kellogg
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• TRUTH IN TAXATION MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1998
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
I. Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson, and Turnquist. Staff present: Administrator
Melena, City Engineer Postler, Finance Director Holst, Community Development Director Danielson,
Police Chief Swanson, Public Works Director Johnson, Administrative Assistant Kamper, and
Administrative Secretary Kellogg. Absent: City Attorney Vierling, City Planner Richards.
II. Truth in Taxation Hearing: Administrator Melena began the Truth in Taxation Hearing at 7:05
p.m. Finance Director Holst then gave an overview of the proposed 2000 budget changes. After
hearing no public comment, Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne, moved to close the public
hearing at 7:30 p.m. and hold the adoption hearing on December 14, 1999. Motion carried 5 — 0.
III. Adjournment: Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to adjourn the Truth in
Taxation Hearing at 7:33 p.m.
•spectfully submitted,
Lisa Kellogg
Administrative Secretary
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1999
3:30 P.M. AGENDA
g all To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 3:31 p.m. Present: Mayor Schaaf,
Councilmembers Beaudet, B Swenson and Turnquist, City Attorney Vierling, City Administrator
Melena, Administrative Secretary Kellogg, Finance Director Holst, City Engineer Postler and City Engineer
Shimon. Absent: Administrative Assistant Kamper.
I. Continuation of Public Hearing Regarding Kern Center Assessments.
Administrator Melena read the notice of Continuation of Public Hearing for Kern Center
Assessments. City Attorney Vierling noted the written objections received by the Bannigan and Kelly
law firm representing Anthony Vavoulis, Joseph Kohout, Will Zintl, Roger Tuckner, Rob Buberl and
Ray Kennedy.
Attorney Patrick Kelly of Bannigan and Kelly addressed Council and requested they direct City
Engineers to look into the front easement of Century Power.
After hearing no further public comment, Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved
to close the Public Hearing at 3:33 p.m.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to approve the Resolution Adopting Assessment
Roll for Kern Center Improvements of 1998.
• Councilmember Beaudet moved to delete the 1 1/2% administrative fee from the Assessment Roll.
Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to delete the emergency siren fee and pay that from the general fund
all funds reserve. Motioned died for lack of a second.
Motion recurs to Councilmember Swenson's original motion to approve the Resolution Adopting
Assessment Roll for Kern Center Improvements of 1998. Roll call vote was taken. Motion carried
4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
II. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist, moved to adjourn at 3:35 p.m. Motion carried
5 -0.
Respectfully submitted,
1 - i / 11,
Lisa M. Kellogg
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:06 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Byrne, Beaudet, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Administrator Melena, Public Works Director Johnson, City Engineer Postler, City Planner Richards, Police
Chief Swanson, Community Development Director Danielson, Administrative Assistant Kamper and
Administrative Secretary Kellogg. Absent: None.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda:
Administrator Melena added Y2K Update as Item E under Department /Council Liaison Reports. City
Attorney Vierling handed out additional enclosures for Utilit Connection Charges and the Lombard
Variance Request.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Carried 5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
• B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
3. Valley Branch Watershed District
E . Other
A. Planning Commission: Planning Commissioner Dahlquist reported that the Planning
Commission met Thursday, November 18, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at which time they held three
Public Hearings. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday,
December 16, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission met on Monday, November 15, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. The next Parks Commission
meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 20, 1999 at 6:30 p.m.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission will be
meeting Wednesday, November 24, 1999 to negotiate the contract terms of the new hire.
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• D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed District
met Monday, November 22, 1999 and are continuing to work on their plans.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the Middle St. Croix Watershed
District met Thursday, November 18, 1999 and continue to work on the Perro Creek project.
Valley Branch Watershed - No report given.
E. Other:
Administrator Melena gave an update on the City's Y2K/New Year's Eve plan.
Councilmember Beaudet commented on the Sexual Harassment Prevention Training that was
held on November 18, 1999 at City Hall sa that it was ver well presented. Staff and Legal
directed to review Ordinances to make sure they are in compliance.
Ma Schaaf reported that the Met Council had Calthorpe give a presentation on their smart
growth projects.
• Councilmember Beaudet q uestioned the progress of the R site Arborist's report.
Community Development Director Danielson reported that she and the Arborist had visited
the site and that the trees have been planted. Research as to whether the Tree Ordinance was
complied with is continuing.
III. Visitors:
A.. Rec Award. Administrative Assistant Kamper recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Tom Richardson, 5620 Newgate Circle North, for participating in the City's recycling
program on Thursda November 18, 1999.
B. Roger Tomten, Todd Drescher, Gave a presentation on their compromise solution to the St.
Croix River Crossing which incorporates their concerns regarding land use and the national
scenic riverway.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — November 9, 1999
C. 2000 General Engineering Rates
D. VS SA Bond Resolution
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• E. Request for Pa No. 6 to Tower Asphalt, Inc. in the amount of $48,735.62 for
58t Street North — Norell Avenue to Oakgreen Avenue Improvements
F. Request for Payment No. 7 to Ryan Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $42,541.51
for Kern Center Improvements
G. Request for Payment No. 3 to S.R. Weidema, Inc. in the amount of $257,143.59 for
VS SA — Street and Utility Improvements
H. Approve Resolution 99 -11 -41 A Resolution Approving Proposed Annual Liquor,
Tobacco, and Amusement Licenses for 2000.
Administrator Melena pulled Item D for clarification.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist, moved to approve the Consent Agenda
minus Item D. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
D. VSSA Bond Resolution. Administrator Melena provided clarification on the date
change requested.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to approve the Resolution
Authorizing the Execution and Deliver of Amendments to Documents Relating to the
Elderl Housing Revenue Bonds (Boutwell's Landing Project), Series 1998A and
• 1998B and Elderly Housing Revenue Refunding Bonds ( Boutwell's Landing Project),
Series 1999A. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to approve the addition of Rainbow Foods
to the Resolution Approving Proposed Annual Liquor, Tobacco and Amusement Licenses for
2000. Carried 5 — 0.
V. Public Hearings:
None.
VI. New Business:
A. Utility Connection Charges.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by B moved to approve Resolution 99 -11 -42 A
Resolution Establishing Connection Fees Throughout the City of Oak Park Heights For
Connections to Municipal Water Systems, Sanitary Sewer Systems and Storm Sewer Systems.
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 — 0.
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II li B. Lombard Variance Request.
Cit Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission unanimously voted to deny
the variance request due to the fact that there was not a hardship established in that this
addition could be done elsewhere on the property that would not require a variance.
Joel and Carol Lombard addressed Council and expressed their desire to have their variance
request granted.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet, moved to approve Resolution 99 -11 -43 A
Resolution Determining Findings of Fact and Denying Request for Variance as Submitted
by Joel and Carol Lombard at 5527 Oakgreen Place North, City of Oak Park Heights.
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 — 0.
C. Lower St. Croix Management Plan.
Councilmember Beaudet requested Council approve a Resolution supporting the Lower St.
Croix Management Plan. Mayor Schaaf requested copies of the plan be provided to Council
so that they could review it.
• Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson, moved to table this matter to the first
Council meeting in Januar 2000. Carried 5 — 0.
VII. Old Business:
A. Discussion of Kennel Permit — Deanne Crosby.
Deanne Crosby addressed Council requesting that her Kennel Permit be reconsidered and
granted.
Council stated the would stick to their original position den the Kennel Permit because Ms.
Crosby had violated conditions of her permit.
B. Stillwater Ford Amended Conditional Use Permit.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Planning Commission
recommendations with conditions as outlined in the October 14, 1999 and November 19,
1999 planning reports granting the Amended Conditional Use Permit. Motion carried 5 — 0.
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• C. Karmann Jack's Amended Conditional Use Permit.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist, moved to approve the Planning Commission
recommendations with conditions as outlined in the October 5, 1999 and November 19, 1999
planning reports granting the Amended Conditional Use Permit. Motion carried 5 — 0.
D. Swager Park Access.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson, moved to table this matter to the first meeting
in December, 1999. Carried 5 — 0.
E. Well Siting.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to authorize staff to direct Northern
Environmental to define the pollution, find alternative sites for the proposed wells, considering
the northern most proposed site, and to respond to the possible contamination at County Road
14. Carried 5 — 0.
F. Insurance.
• Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet, moved to institute the change in the long-
term disabilit coverage effective Januar 1, 2000. Motion carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember B seconded b Swenson, moved to institute the change in the life
insurance effective Januar 1, 2000. Motion carried 3 — 2. Councilmembers Turnquist and
Beaudet opposed.
Remaining issues to be addressed at contract negotiations.
G. Burger King Conditional Use Permit.
Community Development Director Danielson reported that Burger King had been in violation
of their Conditional Use Permit but since the last Cit Council meeting, Burger King has
submitted a revised site plan and have come into compliance. She also reported that the City
will be holding a site review meeting on December 1, 1999.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to receive the communication and refer
this matter to the Planning Commission. Motion carried 5 — 0.
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• H. Reschedule Joint Planning Commission /Council Meeting.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne, moved to set the Joint Planning
Commission/Council Meeting for December 16, 1999 at 8:00 p.m. Motion carried 5 — 0.
I. Set date for Park Commission Vacancy Interviews.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne, moved to set the Park Commission Interviews
from 6:00 p. m. to 7:00 p.m. on December 6, 1999. Carried 5 — 0.
J. Set December 6, 1999 Worksession.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne, moved to set the Worksession from 8: p.m.
to 9:00 p.m. on December 6, 1999. Carried 5 — 0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to adjourn at 8:30 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
• 4 6CL‘ Ljhl
Lisa M. Kellogg
Administrative Secretar /Deputy Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Byrne, Beaudet, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Administrator Melena, Finance Director Holst, Public Works Director Johnson, City Engineer Anderlik,
Engineer Postler, Engineer Shimon, Community Development Director Danielson, , Administrative Assistant
Kamper and Administrative Secretary Kellogg. Absent: City Planner Richards.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to approve the Agenda as presented.
Carried 5 - 0.
I. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
110 2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
3. Valle Branch Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: Planning Commissioner Dahlquist reported that the Planning
Commission met with the Parks Commission for a Capital Improvement Plan workshop. The
next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 18, 1999 at 7:00
p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission will meeting on Monday, November 15, 1999 at 6:30 p.m.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission will be
holding interviews on Wednesday, November 10, 1999.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed District
met Monday, November 8, 1999 during which meeting they adopted their rules. The new rules
will go into effect on Januar 1, 2000.
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• Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held next
week.
Valley Branch Watershed - No report given.
E. Other:
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Turnquist, moved to cancel the November 16, 1999
worksession. Motion carried 5 — 0.
III. Visitors:
A.. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Kamper recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Terry Andersen, 14220 Upper 54`'' Street North, for participating in the City's recycling
program on Thursday, November 4, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — October 26, 1999
C. Building Inspection Contract
• Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing to Consider Assessments for the Kern Center Improvements of 1998.
Administrator Melena read the Notice of Public Hearing and the Public Hearing was opened
at 7:08 p.m. Objections received by the City were noted.
Patrick Kell Bannigan & Kelly, P.A., attorney for Secure Mini Storage, Xanadu Adventure
Golf, W.A.T.E. Enterprises, Century Power, Buberl Rec Kennedy Builders and
Stillwater West, LLC was present and supplied the original signed objections.
John Low, Oak Park LLC, was present and asked how the amounts were arrived at. City
Engineer Anderlik explained that the improvements were paid by the City, certain costs were
deducted and the remaining costs were thereby divided per linear front footage of each property.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson, moved to close the Public Hearing at 7:15
p.m.
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• Attorney Vierling recommended that the Council hold the Public Hearing open until November
29, 1999 due to errors that were made in the notices.
Councilmember Turnquist withdrew his motion and Councilmember Swenson withdrew his
second.
Councilmember B seconded b Swenson, moved to continue this matter to 3:30 p.m. on
November 29, 1999. Motion carried 5 — 0.
VI. New Business:
A. Adopt Ordinance No. 99- 401 -10 Amending Section 401.06.C. and 401.06.C.5 Relating to
Submission Requirements under Planned Unit Developments.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Turnquist, moved to adopt Ordinance No. 99- 401 -10.
Roll call vote was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0.
B. Speed Limit Request.
Administrator Melena reported that the Cit received correspondence from a resident
III requesting that the Cit lower the speed limit to 25 m.p.h.
Staff was directed to respond to the citizen request stating that the City would need the
State's permission to lower the speed limit, that it must be down throughout the entire City
and that the City was not interested in doing this.
C. Sunnyside Marina.
Administrator Melena stated that this was a correspondence item to be received into record.
D. Dahlke Drainage Engineering Request.
Administrator Melena stated that the Cit has received a request from a resident to conduct
a field investigation to determine the size of storm water sewer pipe to be installed to that a
drainage ditch can be filled. The resident is requesting that the Cit pa for this expense.
Staff was directed to respond to the request indicating that the Cit would not agree to pa
for this service.
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• E. Endorsement of Master Plan Concept for Central Business District.
Community Development Director Danielson gave a presentation of the Master Plan
Concept.
F. Authorization to offer RFP on Concept Plan for Central Business District.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to endorse the Master Plan Concept
for the Central Business District and Authorize staff to advertise and solicit for RFP's.
Motion carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
G. Funding Sources.
Administrator Melena stated that this was a request for Council to approve a Resolution
regarding possible contamination clean -up within the Central Business District planning
area.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Resolution. Roll call
vote was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0.
.1!. Old Business:
A. Engineering Contract.
Administrator Melena stated that staff would recommend approving this contract with
Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates with having Dennis Postler as the lead Engineer and
Mike Nill as the back -up.
Councilmember Turn seconded b Swenson, moved to approve the contract with Dennis
Postler as lead and Mike Nill as back -up.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to amend the motion to approve the contract but to leave it up
to the Bonestroo firm as to who our Engineers will be. Motion died for lack of a second.
Matter recurs to the original Motion as made by Councilmember Turnquist. Motion carried
4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
B. Insurance
Administrative Assistant Kamper gave a presentation on what the internal Insurance
Committee would propose.
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• Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf, moved to approve only the long -term
disabilit portion of the insurance issue so that the one employee not currently covered can
obtain coverage immediately and to table the remaining issues to the next Council meeting.
Administrator Melena recommended pulling the medical and dental issues and voting on the
remaining three together. He also noted that the changes would not take effect until January
1, 2000.
Councilmember Swenson rescinded his motion. Mayor Schaaf rescinded his second.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to table the whole insurance matter to
the next Cit Council meeting. Motion carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf, moved to set a worksession for 6:00 p.m.
on November 23, 1999 to discuss this issue. Motion carried 5 — 0.
C. Automatic Payroll Deposit.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to authorize staff to proceed with
implementing automatic pa deposit for those emplo who choose to utilize this service.
• Motion carried 5 — 0.
D. Valley View Condominiums North Association Report.
Attorney Vierling gave an update on the report he prepared regarding the issues between Valle
View Condominiums North Association and the contractor.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by B moved to accept the cost of $1,070.34 to be paid
out of the Council Contingenc Fund to cover the expense of research and preparation of the
report. Motion carried 5 — 0.
E. Burger King Signage.
Administrator Melena stated that Burger King is in violation of some of the conditions of their
conditional use permit and requested Council authorization that unless the issues are
immediately corrected, the Cit Council will cancel the conditional use permit issued to Burger
King.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne, moved to authorize staff to proceed as requested.
Motion carried 5 — 0.
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• F. Arizell/Carriage Homes Billing.
Administrator Melena stated that the City has not received a response to the billings for this
project and is requesting Council authorize staff to proceed with legal action to collect the
money.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to authorize staff to proceed with legal
action. Motion carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Ma Schaaf, moved to direct staff to make the
application stronger in order to avoid this situation in the future. Motion carried 5 — 0.
G. Department of Revenue Utilit Tax Stud
Administrator Melena gave an update on the future meeting dates regarding this study.
H. Radio S
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to approve the expenditure of $4,600.00
to purchase a radio s for use b the Public Works and Building Inspector. Motion carried
• 5 -0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Turn seconded b B moved to adjourn at 9:00 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa M. Kellogg
Administrative Secretar /Deput Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1999
4110 7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Byrne, Beaudet, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: Administrator Melena,
City Attorney Vierling, Public Works Director Johnson, City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Postler, Finance
Director Holst, Community Development Director Danielson, City Planner Richards, Administrative
Assistant Kamper and Administrative Secretary Kellogg. Absent: Engineer Shimon.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena added the Sexual Harassment Training
Schedule as Item G under Old Business and a handout on the Fall Clean - for Item B under
Visitors /Public Comment.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Carried 5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
3. Valley Branch Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission met
last week and the next meeting is scheduled for Thursda November 18, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
Administrator Melena noted that Council would like to have a joint meeting with the Planning
Commission.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to set a joint meeting with the Planning
Commission for November 18, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Parks Commissioner Weaver reported that the Parks Commission met
on October 18, 1999 and that the discussed the concerns raised about the berm at Boutwell's
Landing and the pathwa from 55` Street to 58` Street along Oakgreen Avenue. The next
Parks Commission meeting will be held November 15, 1999 at 6:30 p.m.
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• C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission met last
week. He also reported that the Cable Commission is advertising for a full -time Community
Access Director. To date they have received 20 applications and narrowed it down to the top
five. Interviews for this position will be held November 10, 1999.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek — Councilmember Turnquist stated that the Watershed District will be adopting
their rules on Thursday, October 28, 1999.
Middle St. Croix — Councilmember Beaudet stated that the next meeting is scheduled for earl
November.
Valley Branch Watershed - No report given.
E. Other:
Councilmember Beaudet requested a status report on the Valley View Estates issues. Attorney
Vierling stated that he would have his report finished for the next City Council meeting.
Councilmember Beaudet also questioned whether the Cit Tree Protection Ordinance was
• followed at the R Transportation site. He stated that trees have been removed from the site
for the holding pond and he would like an update. Administrator Melena stated that staff would
prepare a report on this.
III. Visitors:
A. Rec Award. Administrative Assistant Kamper recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Richard Tunender, 5483 Oakgreen Place North, for participating in the City's rec
program on Thursda October 21, 1999.
B. City Fall Clean -up Report. Administrative Assistant Kamper gave an update on the Fall Clean-
up that was held on Saturday, October 23, 1999. Overall the event was a success with 158
loads of garbage being accepted. The Cit will also hold another Clean -up next spring.
C. And Olson, 5464 Stagecoach Trail, Mr. Olson expressed his concerns regarding the Ryder
Transportation site. He stated that the trees were removed and there is not enough screening
between the site and his properly. He also asked why the City Council did not follow the
Planning Commission recommendations regarding marketing the former Bell property with the
other property owners. Administrator Melena stated that staff would prepare a report on the
Ryder Transportation site.
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• D. Martina Plaster, 5472 Stagecoach Trail, Ms. Plaster expressed her concerns regarding the
Ryder Transportation site also. She stated that she is disappointed in the way that Council has
treated the residents of that area.
E. Larry Phillips, 5272 Stagecoach Trail, Mr. Phillips stated that there is excavation going on
and he asked whether or not it has been tested for lead or asbestos. Administrator Melena
stated that the fill going into the site is clean fill and that the developer had an environmental
analysis done and that was acceptable. He also stated that there will not be, from a staff
standpoint, a final occupancy permit issued until all issues are dealt with.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — September 28, 1999
C. Approve City Council Minutes — October 12, 1999
D. Administrator's Contract
E. Vacation Information
F. Approve Request for Payment No. 6 to Ryan Contracting in the amount of
$49,331.60 for Kern Center Improvements
G. Approve Request for Payment No. 2 to S.R. Weidema, Inc. in the amount of
$402,613.26 for Boutwell's Landing — VS SA — Streets and Utilities
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Councilmember Turnquist pulled Item C. Councilmember Beaudet pulled Items B and D.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items B, C and D. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Approve City Council Minutes — October 12, 1999
Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Beaudet moved to reconsider the October 12, 1999
Minutes wherein the September 28, 1999 were approved with corrections made by
Councilmember Beaudet. However, after review of the video tape of that meeting, it was
determined that the September 28, 1999 Minutes were correct as originally presented.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Turnquist moved to approve the October 12, 1999
Minutes with one correction. Roll call vote was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0.
B. Approve City Council Minutes — September 28, 1999.
Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Swenson, moved to approve the September 28,
1999 Minutes as originally presented.
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• D. Administrator's Contract. City Attorney Vierling stated that this was a revised contract as
directed per the City Council. Councilmember Turnquist stated his objection to
Councilmember Beaudet pulling this item for discussion because it has already been agreed
upon. Councilmember Beaudet stated that he felt this should be tabled to Executive Session.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to approve the Administrator's
Contract as presented. Motion carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing to Consider Assessments for the 58 Street Improvements /Norell to Oalzgreen
Ave. of 1998.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:47 p.m. to receive public comment. After hearing no
public comment, Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to close the Public
Hearing at 7:48 p.m.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to delete the 11/2% administrative fee from the assessment
rolls. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to adopt the Resolution. Roll call vote
was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0.
B. Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Section 401.03
(Conditional Use Permits).
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:50 p.m. Community Director Danielson stated that this
Ordinance change was regarding submittal re as relating to Conditional Use
Permits. After hearing no public comment, Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson
moved to close the Public Hearing at 7:53 p.m.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to amend the Zoning Ordinance
Section 401.03 b Resolution. Roll call vote was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0.
C. Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Section 401.04 (Variances
and Appeals).
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:54 p.m. After hearing no public comment,
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet moved to close the Public Hearing at
7:55 p.m.
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• Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson, moved to amend the Zoning Ordinance
Section 401.04 by Resolution. Roll call vote was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0.
D. Set a Public Hearing for November 9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. to Consider Amendments to the
Zoning Ordinance Section 401.06 C and 401.06 C.5 (Planned Unit Development).
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson, moved to set the Public Hearing for November
9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
Community Development Director Danielson stated that the Public Hearing was held at the
Planning Commission level and the Council could choose to hold another public hearing on the
matter or to receive the Planning Commission recommendations on this matter.
Councilmember B rescinded her motion and Councilmember Swenson rescinded his
second to that motion.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to place this item on the November 9,
1999 Agenda under New Business. Motion carried 5 — 0.
VI. New Business:
• A. Propert Tax Status.
Administrator Melena gave an update on the Cit property tax status.
B. Major Program Schedule.
Administrator Melena gave an update on the upcoming major programs in the City of Oak
Park Heights.
C. Minnesota Manufacturer's Week — Proclamation.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Proclamation
proclaiming October 25 — 29, 1999 as Minnesota Manufacturer's Week. Motion
carried 5 — 0.
D. Vacancy of Parks Commission.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Turnquist, moved to begin advertising for a Parks
Commission member to fill the term left vacant by Liz Weaver with interviews to be held on
December 7, 1999. Motion carried 5 — 0.
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IIIII E. St. Croix Mall Ownership.
Administrator Melena stated that the St. Croix Mall is now under new ownership and there
Al be a meeting held with the new owners /managers on Thursday, October 28, 1999.
F. Lower Oak Park Heights Planning Assistance.
Community Development Director Danielson reported that the Metropolitan Council has
commissioned a Development Design Study for the cleared area in lower Oak Park Heights.
This study will be conducted b Calthorpe and will provide examples of innovative site
development along the Highway 36 corridor in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
G. Adopt Auto Repair Major as a Conditional Use in the B -2 District.
Cit Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission denied changes to the B -2
District to allow for major auto repair as a conditional use although staff would recommend
approving the change.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to approve changes to the
B -2 District to allow for major auto repair as a conditional use. Roll call vote was taken.
• Motion carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
H. Approval of Karmann Jack's Conditional Use Permit.
Cit Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission voted to table this issue and
stated that the Cit Council cannot act upon this issue until the Planning Commission has
acted.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Byrne, moved to refer this issue back to the
Planning Commission. Motion carried 5 — 0.
I. Approval of Stillwater Ford's Amended Conditional Use Permit.
City Planner Richards stated that the Planning Commission voted to approve the site plan
changes and the conditional use permit to allow for the expansion of Stillwater Ford and
that the tabled the request for the expansion of the major auto repair aspect pending
Council action regarding the changes to the B -2 District.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to approve the amended
Conditional Use Permit with the conditions as outlined in the City Planner's October 22,
1999 report. Motion carried 5 — 0.
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•reaI from 8:20 p.m. to 8:35 p.m.
J. Approval of VS SA Main Campus General Plan of Development.
Cit Planner Richards reported that the Parks Commission and the Planning Commission
have both voted to recommend the approval of the request for general plan of development
for Phase 1, Stage 1 plans Phase 1, Stage 2 plans except park plans and with the
conditions as outlined in Community Development Director Danielson's report dated
October 20, 1999 and Cit Planner Richards' report dated October 22, 1999. Skip
Sorenson, the architect for VS SA gave an update on the project and the plans.
Councilmember Beaudet stated he would like a 20' setback instead of a 10' setback from the
park to the building.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson, moved to approve the VS SA Main
Campus General Plan of Development with the Parks and Planning Commissions
conditions. Motion carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
VII. Old Business:
A. Approval of Utility Rate Study.
• Sharon Klumpp, Springsted. Ms. Klumpp gave an overview of Springsted and the study and
model that they would provide to the Cit
City Engineer Anderlik stated that Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates could provide the
same services and keep costs to a minimum.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to approve $3,700.00 for a sewer and water rate study to be
conducted by Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet, moved to approve an amount not to exceed
$8,000.00 for the study to be conducted by Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates. Motion
failed 2 — 3. Ma Schaaf and Councilmembers B and Turnquist opposing.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to approve $8,300.00 for Springsted to
conduct the utilit rate study. Motion carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
B. Comp. Plan Approval.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson, moved to approve the Comprehensive Plan
Update by Resolution. Roll call vote was taken. Motion carried 5 — 0.
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C. Valle View Estates Status.
Ma Schaaf stated that the Cit Attorne is in the process of researching this issue and will
have a report available at the next Cit Council meeting.
D. Path from 55t Street to 58t Street /Oakgreen.
Public Works Director Johnson gave a report on the request for a path from 55t Street to 58t
Street along Oakgreen Avenue. He stated that this is a safet issue and recommended that
Council approve a feasibilit stud
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Byrne, moved to authorize the Public Works Director
and Cit Engineer to prepare a feasibilit stud /cost estimate for a path from 55t Street to 58t
Street on the west side of Oakgreen Avenue. Motion carried 5 — 0.
E. Americlnn Motel and Suites.
Communit Development Director Danielson gave an update on the Americlnn Motel and
Suits site plan. She also stated that the Planning Commission voted to table this matter to
• allow the applicant to work with the property owner and Cit staff to examine other options for
access and a coordinated site plan for the entire surrounding area.
Administrator Melena stated that there are two separate issues to deal with. One being the
specific site plan and the other being the road access and how that will connect.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Ma Schaaf, moved to approve the site plan and
leave the road access to be decided at a later date. Motion carried 4 — 1. Councilmember
Beaudet opposed.
Attorne Vierling recommended that the Development Agreement state that no other
development construction will go on site until the traffic /access issues are dealt with.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Ma Schaaf, moved to rezone the site to B -2 b
Resolution. Roll call vote was taken. Motion carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
F. Union Contract.
Administrator Melena requested moving to the next item on the Agenda before recessing to
closed session to discuss this matter.
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G. Sexual Harassment Training Schedule. City Council Minutes — 10 -26 -99 -Page 9
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne, moved to authorize $2,200.00 to conduct a
joint Sexual Harassment Training session with Bayport. Motion carried 5 — 0.
Cou ncilmember Turnquist, seconded b B moved to recess to closed session to discuss
the Union Contract at 9:56 p.m. Motion carried 5 — 0.
Cit Council Meeting reconvened at 10:19 p.m.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to approve the Union Contract with
changes. Motion carried 5 — 0.
VIII. Adj ournment:
Mayor Schaaf, seconded b Byrne, moved to adjourn at 10:19 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
AtACt_
Lisa M. Kellogg
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:07 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Byrne, Beaudet, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Public Works Director Johnson, City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Postler, Community Development Director
Danielson, Police Chief Swanson, Administrative Assistant Kamper and Administrative Secretary Kellogg.
Absent: Cit Planner Richards and Engineer Shimon.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena added correspondence received from the
United States Post Office as Item F under Old Business. Ma Schaaf added Administrator's
Contract as Item I under New Business.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Carried 5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the next
Planning Commission meeting will be held Thursday, October 21, 1999 at which time the
Commission will hold eight Public Hearings. She also reported that the Planning Commission
would be meeting with the Parks Commission on October 28` to review the Proposed Capital
Improvement Plan.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the next Parks
Commission meeting would be held on Monday, October 18, 1999.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that both facilities are now open. He
also reported that the access channels would be changing numbers and that the Cable
Commission is advertising for full -time staff.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed District
s met Monday, October 11, 1999.
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Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the Watershed District is continuing
to work with legislators.
E. Other:
Councilmember Beaudet also reported that he attended two Boundary Area meetings.
III. Visitors:
A. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Kamper recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Gene Kieper, 14085 53r Street North, for participating in the Cit rec program on
Thursda October 7, 1999.
B. Martina Plaster, 5472 Stagecoach Trail. Ms. Plaster stated that the Planning Commission
recommendation was to zone the former Bell Propert as 0, Open Space. She wanted to know
wh the Council voted to zone it B/W, Business/Warehouse. Ma Schaaf stated that the
Cit Comprehensive Plan calls for that propert to be zoned B/W, Business Warehouse and
that staff recommended B/W to allow the Cit maximum control over the propert
V . Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — September 28, 1999
C. Approve Final Payment to Tower Asphalt in the amount of $22,497.27 for 58 Street
Improvements
D. Approve Request for Payment No. 3 to Tower Asphalt in the amount of $15,138.25
for 57 Street Extension (Oak Park Boulevard) to Oakgreen
E. Tree Removal Quote
F. Oak Wilt Quote
G. Receipt of Sigsted Carpet Communication
Councilmember Beaudet pulled Items B and D.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items B and D. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Approve City Council Minutes - September 28, 1999 Councilmember Beaudet stated that
he did not vote against the Motion to adopt the Swager Park Design/Build Proposal as a
concept plan, direct staff to continue negotiations to secure the propert and parking lot area,
and advertise for bids as required b law and requested the Minutes be changed to reflect this.
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Councilmember Beaudet also stated that he voted against approving the Amended Planning
Contract with Northwest Associated Consultants and requested the Minutes to changed to
reflect this.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the September 28, 1999 with
these changes. Carried 5 — 0.
D. Approve Request for Payment No. 3 to Tower Asphalt in the amount of $15,138.25 for 57t
Street Extension (Oak Park Boulevard) to Oakgreen.
Councilmember Beaudet asked for clarification on this payment request, whether it was a
change order. Administrator Melena stated that this is a request for payment, not a change
order.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the Request for Payment.
Motion carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing for Levy Certification Tax Rate Increase.
• The Public Hearing was opened at 7:30 p.m. to receive public comment. Administrator Melena
explained that this Resolution for a Levy Certification was a technicality and needs to be filed
with Washington Count After hearing no public comment, Councilmember B seconded
by Swenson moved to close the Public Hearing at 7:32 p.m.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet, moved to approve Resolution 99 -10 -39 A
Resolution Authorizing a Tax Rate Increase for the 1999 Tax Levy, Collectible in 2000. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 5 — 0.
B. Set a Public Hearing for October 26, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. to Consider Assessments for the 58`
Street Improvements /Norell to Oakgreen Ave. of 1998.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet, moved to set the Public Hearing for October
26, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 — 0.
C. Set a Public Hearing for November 9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. to Consider Assessments for the
Kern Center Improvements of 1998.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to set the Public Hearing for November
9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 — 0.
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VI. New Business:
A . Safe P ro g ram Consultant.
A d m inis trator M elena stated that he recom authorization to hire an indi to put a
safe pr o g ra m i n place for the Ci of Oak Park Heights auth to come into compli with O SH A
re C o unc il mem b er S wenson st that he would li t see a more spec
p program de
Councilmember Byrne, seco b S we n son, moved to author up to 20 hours of work to
have a summary and speci plan done fo the City. Motion ca 5 — 0.
B. Auditor's Proposal for 1999 Annual Audit.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Turnquist, moved to approve Tautges Redpath for
Auditing Services for 1999. Motion carried 5 — 0.
C. Utilit Rate Stud
• Administrator Melena stated that staff would recommend awarding the bid for a water, sewer
and storm water stud to Springsted. Councilmember Swenson q uestioned wh Bonestroo,
Rosene, Anderlik & Associates were not awarded the bid when the had done the studies in
the past. Administrator Melena stated that Bonestroo told him that the could do the
anal but not the model that would allow the Cit to do this stud in house in the future.
Sharon Klumpp, Springsted, addressed Council and stated that her firm is available and
read to start the project and that it would be completed b November.
Councilmember Beaudet expressed his concern that he felt the Cit does not have this
mone available to do the stud
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson, moved to table this matter to the next
Council meeting to allow Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates to submit a bid for this
project. Motion carried 3 — 2. Councilmember Turnquist and Ma Schaaf opposed.
D. Washington Count Proposed Cross - Section for Oalzgreen.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson, moved to receive the communication from
Washington Count Motion carried 5 — 0.
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E. Cit Hall Address Change.
Administrator Melena stated that the Cit needs to decide what the address for City Hall
will be now that Oak Park Boulevard is complete.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet, moved to change Cit Hall's address to
14168 Oak Park Boulevard effective Januar 1, 2000.
Mayor Schaaf, seconded b Turnquist, moved t amend the mot ion to 14100 Oak. Parr
Boulevard, effective Janu 1, 2000. M otion failed 2 — 3. Co uncil m e m bers Beaudet,
Turnquist and Swenson o pposed.
M otion recurs to change C i ty H all's address to 14168 O Par Boulevard c arried 4 — 1.
Mayor Schaaf opposed.
F. Approval of Consumer Confidence Report on Tap Water.
Councilmember Byrne, seconde b S wenson, moved to adopt the Consumer Confidence
Report on Tap Water. Motion carried 5 — 0.
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G. Curb Painting at Fire Hydrants.
Public Works Director Johnson gave an update on this project. He stated that the work
would be done b the Sentence to Serve and Stretch programs.
H. October 19, 1999 Worksession Agenda.
Ma Schaaf added an update on the MnDOT /Highway 36 issue to the worksession
agenda. Councilmember Swenson stated that he would be out of town and would not be at
the worksession. Councilmember Beaudet pulled the Engineer Interviews from the
worksession agenda and stated that he would like to have this done at a Council meeting.
Break from 8:05 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
I. Administrator's Contract.
Ma Schaaf stated that the Council had reviewed Administrator's Melena contract and
were offering an 18 -month extension of his contract to include a pa raise, cost of living
adjustments, modification to tuition reimbursement, vacation and other issues.
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Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Sw enson, moved to adopt these modifications and have
the contract drawn up b Attorne Vierling for approval at the next Council meeting.
Motion carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
VII. Old Business:
A. Parking Lot Lights.
Administrator Melena stated that staff recommends Council to choose two styles of lights to
have placed in the parking lot island and along Oak Park Boulevard to use as a test bed for
choosing the lights to be placed throughout the City. Councilmember Beaudet stated his
objections regarding cost of lights.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne, moved to approve installation of four lights to be
installed, two of the Vernon style and two of the Shoebox style. Motion carried 4 — 1.
Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
B. Discussion of Kennel Permit for Deanne Crosby, 13733 60t Street North.
Councilmember Turnquist recommended tabling this matter to the next City Council meeting
• to discuss this issue.
Police Chief Swanson reported on the incidences that the Police were called regarding Ms.
Crosby's dogs.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to den the Kennel Permit. Motion
carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
C. Receipt of AmericInn Revised Site Plan.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson, moved to receive the revised site plan.
Motion carried 5 — 0.
D. Swager Park Improvements.
Councilmember Beaudet stated his objections to this plan. No action was taken.
J. Building Inspection Issue.
Administrator Melena stated that a Bayport resident had contacted KARE 11 News regarding
4110 a problem he was having with his remodeling contractor. KARE 11 News staff came to Oak
Park Heights Cit Hall asking to see the file on this project. Administrator Melena
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recommended filing a compliant with the Minnesota News Council against KARE 11 in that
their story was not accurate.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to table this matter for two weeks to see if KARE 11 responds
to the letter sent by Administrator Melena. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to authorize staff to proceed with filing
a complaint with the Minnesota News Council. Motion carried 4 — 1. Councilmember
Beaudet opposed.
K. Post Office Correspondence.
Administrator Melena reported that the City has received correspondence and check from the
Post Office requesting the City to extend improvements to 55t Street North to the southwest
corner of their proposed site in the Kern Center.
Attorney Vierling recommended that the Council sta with City Ordinance in that the Post
Office does not own this site and that this request should come from the property owner.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson, moved to direct Attorney Vierling to respond
• to this request stating the City's position and return the check. Motion carried 5 — 0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to adjourn at 9:08 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
t `m moo,
Lisa M. Kellogg
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of A genda: The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Byrne, Beaudet, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Public Works Director Johnson, City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Postler, Community Development Director
Danielson, Cit Planner Richards, Building Official Butler, Administrative Assistant Kamper and
Administrative Secretary Kellogg. Absent: Administrator Melena and Engineer Shimon.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrative Assistant Kamper requested pulling Item P from
the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Turnquist requested pulling Item A under Old Business. Mayor
Schaaf requested pulling Items H and I under Old Business.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Carried 5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission last met
on September 16, 1999 and recommended rezoning the EDA property at 5416 Stagecoach
Trail North to 0, Open Space. He also reported that the next Planning Commission meeting
is scheduled for October 21, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Communit Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission last met on September 20, 1999. The will also be meeting on Sunday, October
3, 1999 to conduct a parks walk through. The will also be walking through to the Boutwell's
Landing trail connections.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission has not
met since the last City Council meeting. He reported that the cable compan is open and
operating.
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Browns Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed District
met Monda September 27, 1999. The introduced their new member, Don Peterson. He
also reported that they are still working on their second generation plan and their 2000 budget.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held in early
November.
E. Other:
Mayor Schaaf gave a brief update on the meeting with the Correctional Facilit
Councilmember Beaudet stated that the Lower St. Croix Scenic Riverwa Coop. Plan is now
available for review.
III. Visitors:
A.. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Kamper recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to David Brown, 14670 Upper 56th Street North, for participating in the Cit recycling
• program on Thursda September 23, 1999.
B. Donna Gra 14812 58th Street North. Ms. Gra asked Council wh the Cit is billing for
the stormwater utilit fund now when the mone is not needed until next year. Ma Schaaf
stated that it is for the maintenance that the Cit is currentl doing.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — August 24, 1999
C. Approve Cit Council Minutes - September 14, 1999
D. Approve Kennel Permit for Deanne Crosby, 13733 60th Street North
E. Adoption of Annexation Polic
F. Receipt of Communications Memo
G. Set Public Hearing for October 12, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. for levy certification tax rate
increase
H. Receipt of Communication re: Autumn Ridge No Parking Signs
I. Receipt of Communication Item
J. Receipt of Commission Workshop Schedule for CIP
K. Receipt of Fall Park Walk Through and Boutwell's Landing Trail Connection Schedule
L. Receipt of Communication re: Prairie Land at 58th Street and the Environmental
Learning Center.
M. Communication re: Meeting with Barr Torgerson
N. Notice of Petition
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O. Approve Request for Payment No. 5 to Ryan Contracting for the Kern Center
Improvements in the amount of $42,046.76
P. Approve Request for Payment No. 8 /Final to Tower Asphalt for the 58th Street
Improvements in the amount of $22,497.27
Q. Approve Request for Payment No. 5 to Tower Asphalt for the 58th Street North -
Norell to Oakgreen in the amount of $41,346.18
R. Approve Request for Payment No. 1 to SR Weidema, Inc. for the Boutwell's Landing
- VS SA - Street & Utilities in the amount of $160,006.75
S. Receipt of Computer System Communication
Administrative Assistant Kamper pulled Item P. Councilmember Byrne pulled Item N.
Councilmember Beaudet pulled Item C. Councilmember Swenson pulled Items D and E.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items C, D, E, N and P. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Approve City Council Minutes - September 14, 1999 After a minor correction,
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Minutes as amended.
Carried 5 - 0.
• D. Approve Kennel Permit for Deanne Crosby, 13733 60th Street North Councilmember
Swenson, seconded b Councilmember Beaudet moved to table this matter to the October 12,
1999 Council meeting in order for Council to review new information. Carried 5 - 0.
E. Adoption of Annexation Policy. After clarification from Attorney Vierling, Councilmember
Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to adopt the Annexation Policy. Carried 5 - 0.
N. Notice of Petition. After discussion, Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to
receive the Petition.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded b Swenson moved to set a Public Hearing for the second
Cit Council Meeting in March, 2000 to reconsider this matter. Carried 5 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Section 401.03.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to table this matter to October
26, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
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B. Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Section 401.04.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Ma Schaaf moved to table this matter to October
26, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
VI. New Business:
A. Proclamation Proclaiming October 23, 1999 as "Make A Difference Day
Ma Schaaf read the Proclamation.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to proclaim October 23, 1999 as "Make
A Difference Day ". Carried 5 - 0.
B. Rezoning of EDA Property.
City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission, at their September 16,
1999 meeting held a public hearing regarding a request from the EDA to rezone the
propert located at 5416 Stagecoach Trail from R -2, Low and Medium Density Residential
to B -W, Business Warehouse. The Planning Commission recommended to approve the
• rezoning from R -2 to 0, Open Space until a development interest comes forward with a
specific re and an application is submitted for a rezoning, plan review, and CUP or
subdivision, as necessar
City Planner Richards also reported that staff recommends the property be rezoned to B -W,
Business Warehouse as outlined in his report of September 21, 1999.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Mayor Schaaf, moved to rezone the property at
5416 Stagecoach Trail from R -2, Low and Medium Density Residential to B -W, Business
Warehouse. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
C. Swager Park Design /Build Proposal.
Communit Development Director Danielson provided an update on the progress of this
project. She stated that no agreement has been reached with the St. Croix Mall as of yet
and that the plans to proceed with the Swager Park Improvements are contingent upon a
satisfactory agreement being reached with the Watson Partners to allow for the
improvements on the site and future maintenance of the privately held property and that
parking for Swager Park on the adjacent parking lot be secured in an agreement between the
Cit and Watson Partners.
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Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Byrne moved to proceed with this plan contingent
upon the two conditions as outlined by Community Development Director Danielson.
Attorne Vierling stated that the City could not proceed because the cost of this project is
over $25,000.00 and the City didn't advertise for bids as required.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Byrne moved to amend his motion to adopt this as
a concept plan, direct staff to continue negotiations to secure the property and parking lot
area, advertise for bids as required by law. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
VII. Old Business:
A. Cit Administrator Evaluation Committee Report.
Item pulled from the Agenda.
B. Parking Lot Lights.
Councilmember Turnquist stated that no cost was listed associated to this project.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to table this matter to October
12, 1999 in order for staff to provide cost estimates. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Additional Water Well Analysis.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to proceed with the Water Well
Anal at a cost of $3,658.00.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to proceed with the Water Well Anal at a cost not to exceed
$4,500.00.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to proceed with the Water Well
Analysis at a cost not to exceed $4,000.00. Carried 5 - 0.
D. Approval of Amended Planning Contract.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Amended Planning
Contract with Northwest Associated Consultants. Carried 5 - 0.
E.
F.
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Communit Development Director Danielson stated that the representatives of AmericInn
Motel and Suites have requested that the Cit Council table any discussion or action on their
proposal for development on 60th Street until the first meeting in October. She also stated
that they are working with the property owners to develop alternative site plans that address the
issues raised b the Cit in regards to access and site planning.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved to refer this matter to the Planning
Commission prior to coming back to the Cit Council on the condition that time permits.
Carried 5 - 0.
Autumn Ridge Resident Request.
Lynn Hagstrom, 13210 56th Street North, addressed Council and stated her request to have
the cul de sac on 56th Street North completed. The second issue Ms. Hagstrom raised was her
concern regarding the No Parking Signs that are going to be placed throughout her
neighborhood. She stated that the parking limitations do not allow for holida etc. and that
she has a large famil and needs more room to park.
Councilmember Swenson directed staff to investigate these matters and work with the
homeowners to resolve this matter. Carried 5 - 0.
River Hills Stormwater Storage Pond.
Pam Hamre, 13887 56th Street North, addressed Council and stated her request to have a
meeting with Cit Staff, the Cit Arborist, the Cit Attorney, the Cit Administrator, Public
Works Department and the homeowners around this pond to come to a conclusion of what can
and cannot be done with this pond.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to direct staff to meet with the
homeowners and come up with a definitive plan for this stormwater storage pond.
Carried 5 - 0.
H. AmericInn De l a
Legal Opinion re: Municipal Primar
Item pulled.
Adopt Resolution No. 99 -09 -36 Supporting the Minnesota - Wisconsin Boundar Area
Commission.
Item pulled.
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VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved to adjourn at 8:35 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lisa M. Kellogg
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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• CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. b Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorne Vierling,
Administrator Melena, Public Works Foreman Kellogg, City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, City
Planner Richards, Communit Development Director Danielson, Police Chief Swanson, Administrative
Assistant Kamper and Administrative Secretar Schleusner. Absent: Public Works Director Johnson.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena requested adding consideration of
pathway project as Item A.1. under Old Business. Councilmember Beaudet requested adding
correspondence received from Northern Environmental as Item N under Old Business (Enclosure
43A.) Councilmember Turnquist requested adding Administrative Review Committee as Item L under
New Business.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Carried
5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
• A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
3. Perro Creek
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission will be
holding Public Hearings on the rezoning of the Bell propert and the Comp. Plan on October
21, 1999. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 16,
1999 at 7:00 p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the next Park
Commission Meeting is scheduled for Monda September 20, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. She also
stated that the term of Commission member Liz Weaver is expiring this year and she has
decided not to remain on the Parks Commission, therefore, the Cit is accepting applications
for a vacanc on the Parks Commission.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission is under
III new management as of September 1, 1999. The next Cable Commission meeting will be held
on Wednesday, September 15, 1999.
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D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Administrator Melena reported that Brown's Creek Watershed District has had
several meetings and that they are continuing to work on their rules and the City's share of the
improvement costs.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the Middle St. Croix Watershed
District met on Thursda September 9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Bayport City Hall. He also
reported that the have decided not to finish their management plan this y ear.
Perro Creek - Administrator Melena reported that he and Bayport City Administrator Ken
Hartung attended a meeting with the State Finance Department on August 30, 1999.
E. Other:
Councilmember Beaudet reported that he received correspondence from Jane Harper of
Washington County regarding the Water Governance Study.
ill Councilmember Swenson provided a handout regarding the role of individual councilmembers.
He stated that individual councilmembers are not to request services, etc. as individuals, that
the City Council must make such requests as a group.
III. Visitors:
A.. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Kamper recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Mr. Tom Thul, 5851 Oldfield Avenue North for participating in the Cit recycling
program on Friday, September 10, 1999.
B. Donna Gray, 14812 58th Street North. Ms. Gray commented on how nice the parking lot
in front of City Hall looks and suggested removing the "Do Not Enter" sign at 57th Street.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — August 24, 1999
C. Approve City Council Minutes - August 31, 1999
D. Approve Kennel Permit for Ed Kunnar /Raquel Bibeau
E. Approve Request for Payment No. 3 /Final to Tower Asphalt for 60th and Neal
Pathway Improvements.
F. Approve Change Order No. 3 - 58th Street - Norell Ave. to Oakgreen Avenue
G. Carriage Homes Development Billing
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H. Set Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Section
401.03 for September 28, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
I. Set Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Section
401.04 for September 28, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
J. Approve Request for Payment No. 2 to Tower Asphalt for 57th Street Extension to
Oakgreen Avenue.
Councilmember Turnquist pulled Item B. Councilmember Beaudet pulled Items B, C, F and
G.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items B, C, F and G. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
B. Approve City Council Minutes - August 24, 1999
Councilmember Turnquist requested the Minutes to reflect as to wh a Public Hearing was not
scheduled or held at the Cit Council level. Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember
Swenson moved to approve that addition. Carried.
Councilmember Beaudet requested adding a paragraph regarding the Engineer's position on the
• Oakgreen Avenue overla Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to
approve that addition. Carried.
Councilmember Beaudet also clarified that he voted against tabling the Stillwater High School
Conditional Use Permit Amendments. Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Turnquist
moved to approve that change. Carried.
C. Approve City Council Minutes - August 31, 1999
Councilmember Beaudet requested an explanation of the August 31, 1999 Minutes. After
discussion, Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Turnquist moved to approve the
August 31, 1999 Cit Council Minutes. Carried.
F. Approve Change Order No. 3 - 58th Street - Norell Ave. to Oakgreen Ave.
Councilmember Beaudet stated that this is an unspecified project and he will not vote for it.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve Change Order No. 3 -
58th Street - Norell Ave. to Oakgreen Ave. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting
against.
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G. Carriage Homes Development Billing.
Councilmember Beaudet asked whether the Cit could not take action on an plan received clue
to nonpayment. Communit Development Director Danielson stated that the Cit is not in
receipt of the plans for the next phase. Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved
to approve the Carriage Homes Development Billing. Carried.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Creation of Stormwater Utilit Fund.
Administrator Melena read the Notice of Public Hearing. The Public Hearing was opened at
7:32 p.m. Administrator Melena explained the need for creating a stormwater utilit fund to
maintain the Cit stormwater system. It was recommended that the monthl rate per
household be set at $1.00 with businesses pa a slightl higher rate with no businesses being
exempt. Councilmember Beaudet stated that he felt this should be put under the propert
taxes. Councilmember Turnquist stated that if this was billed under the propert taxes, then
the exempt businesses would not be pa their share.
Councilmemb Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to adopt Ordinance 1602, An Ordinance
• Amending the Code of Ordinances for the Cit of Oak Park Heights to Add a Chapter 1602
Establishing a Storm Water Drainage Utilit Within the Cit of Oak Park Heights, Dealing
with General Rates, Charges, Billing and Collection Procedures. Roll call vote was taken.
Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to set the fees as outlined in the
Public Works Director's memo dated August 31, 1999 under the $1.00 per month grid. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
VI. New Business:
A. Budget:
1) Approve Resolution No. 99- 09 -37, A Resolution Approving the 2000 Proposed Budget.
Ma Schaaf directed staff to request a letter from Washington Count Assessor showing the
breakdown between the newl existing tax base and the increase in the existing tax base.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the 2000 proposed budget
resolution with the lev amount of $1,641,480, eliminating the stormwater utilit fund and
• all administrative fees to the water, sewer, garbage and stormwater funds.
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• After discussion, Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the 2000 proposed
budget resolution with the lev amount of $1,451,000.00. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember
Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to amend the year 2000 proposed budget resolution with the
levy amount for the City of Oak Park Heights of $1,496,000 and adjusting the general fund
amount to $2,248,000 with the following budget line adjustments: $10,000 for the Park
Commission to hire an architect to plan the new City park and $35,000 for capital
improvements in the existing parks. Motion died for lack of a second.
Vote recurs on the Beaudet motion to approve the 2000 Budget. Roll call vote was taken.
Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
2) Budget /Set Public Hearing Dates for 12/6/99 and 12/14/99.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson moved to set the Truth in Taxation Public
Hearing Dates for December 6, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. and December 14, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 5- 0.
B. Adopt Resolution No. 99- 09 -32, A Resolution Electing to Continue Participating in the
ID Local Housing Incentives Account Program Under The Metropolitan Livable
Communities Act.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to adopt Resolution No. 99 -09-
32. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Adopt Resolution No. 99- 09 -33, A Resolution Establishing 58th Street from Norell to
Oakgreen as a No On- Street Parking Zone.
Councilmember B seconded by Beaudet moved to adopt Resolution No. 99- 09 -33.
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
D. Adopt Resolution No. 99- 09 -34, A Resolution Establishing a No Parking Zone on Oak
Park Boulevard and Directing the Placement of No Entry Signs from the Oak Park
Heights Municipal Parking Lot to 57th Street.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to adopt Resolution 99- 09 -34,
A Resolution Establishing a No Parking Zone on Oak Park Boulevard and Directing the
Placement of No Entry Signs from the Oak Park Heights Municipal Parking Lot to 57th
Street.
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Councilmember Byrne, seconded Y Turnquist b Turn uist moved to amend Resolution No. 99 -09 -34
to include placement of a "Not a Through Street" sign at Oak Park Boulevard /Oakgreen
Avenue. Carried 5 - 0.
Roll call vote was taken on adopting amended Resolution 99- 09 -34. Carried 4 - 0 - 1.
Councilmember Beaudet abstaining.
E. Adopt Resolution No. 99- 09 -35, A Resolution Establishing a 30 Mile Per Hour Speed
Zone on Memorial Avenue as the Same Exists Within the Cit of Oak Park Heights and
Further Directing the Placement of Stop Signs at 55th and Memorial to Stop the
Southbound Traffic on Memorial at 55th Street.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Byrne moved to adopt Resolution No. 99- 09 -35.
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5- 0.
F. Adopt Resolution No. 99 -09 -36 Supporting Minnesota - Wisconsin Boundary Area
Commission.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded b Swenson moved to table this Resolution to the
September 28, 1999 Cit Council Meeting. Carried 5 - 0.
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G. Receipt of Draft Capital Improvement Plan.
Administrator Melena requested Council to receive the draft Capital Improvement Plan and
provide their direction, comments and input. Mayor Schaaf requested this item to be placed
on a future worksession agenda. Administrator Melena also requested the Parks
Commission and the Planning Commission to review the draft Capital Improvement Plan
and to hold a Public Hearing.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved to receive the draft Capital
Improvement Plan. Carried 5 - 0.
H. Petition received from Autumn Ridge residents re: No Parking Signs.
Administrator Melena recommended that this matter be referred to the Planning
Commission to hold a Public Hearing. Councilmember B stated that this was a safet
issue and should be acted upon b the Cit Council.
Lisa Cervantes, 5755 Newberry Avenue, addressed the Council and stated her concerns
regarding the high school students parking in their neighborhood. She is concerned about
the safet issues, the language being used b some of the students, obscene gestures and
littering.
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Larry Fetter, 5640 Newberry Avenue, addressed the Council and voiced his concerns
regarding the safety issues. He stated that he is in support of the whole Autumn Ridge
development having "No Parking" signs posted.
Cookie Haase, 5700 Newell Circle North, addressed the Council and voiced her support to
have "No Parking" signs posted throughout the neighborhood.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to direct the placement of "No
Parking 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monda through Friday" signs to be posted September 1st
to June 15th throughout the Autumn Ridge Development.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to amend the motion to extend the
hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Set fall/winter worksession schedule.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to set the dates of October
19 and November 16, 1999 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for Cit Council Worksessions.
Carried 5 - 0.
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J. Authorization to Approve Agreement for Dissemination Agent Services Related to Bond
Issue Continuing Disclosures.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson moved to Approve the Agreement for
Dissemination Agent Services Related to Bond Issue Continuing Disclosures.
Carried 5 - 0.
K. Communication.
1) Notice of Valley Branch Watershed District Meeting on September 23, 1999 at
7:00 p.m. at Lake Elmo Cit Council Chambers re: Sunn Lake.
Received.
2) Communication received from residents re: Oakgreen Avenue.
Staff directed to respond to resident correspondence and speak with the homeowner
directly south of Oak Park Boulevard regarding removal of a tree.
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3) Gazette Editorial.
Received.
L. Administrative Review Committee.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to direct Mayor Schaaf and
Councilmember Turnquist to meet with Administrator Melena and discuss his Performance
Review. Carried 5 - 0.
Break: 8:32 p.m. to 8:44 p.m.
VII. Old Business:
A. 1) Consideration of Pathwa Project.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to authorize the expenditure of $8,900.00
from the Water Utility Fund to complete the pathway project as outlined in Dave Hanson's
memo dated August 25, 1999 and memo from Kim Kamper dated September 14, 1999..
Carried 4 - 1. Beaudet opposed.
A. Consider Amendments to Stillwater Area High gh School Conditional Use Permit.
Councilmember B seconded b Beaudet, moved to approve the Amendments to the
Stillwater Area High School Conditional Use Permit with Planning Commission
recommendations as outlined in Cit Planner Richards' report dated September 1, 1999.
Carried 5 - 0.
B. 1) Consider Development Application.
2) Rezoning from 0, Open Space to B -2, General Business for property east of Stillwater
Ford on 60th Street.
City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the 54
unit motel including rezoning to B -2, preliminar /final plat and site plan review as outlined in
his September 8, 1999 report. He also stated that he would recommend continuing working
with the developer relating to parking and access issues.
Councihmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to rezone the property from 0, Open
Space to B -2.
Councilmember Beaudet suggested holding off on any action until the Planning Commission
has the opportunit to review the plans again and work out issues with the developer.
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Councilmember Turnquist withdrew his motion.
Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Swenson moved to direct staff to proceed working
with the developer to come up with one access off of 60th Street, such approval conditioned
upon access off of 58th Street and bike path. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Consider Amending Section 401.15.F.4.h.13 and 17 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow
exceptions to the paving, curb and gutter requirements for rear or side y ards within the Kern
Center.
City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission recommends retaining the
current language.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Byrne moved to approve the Planning Commission
recommendations and retain the current language in the Zoning Ordinance relating as outlined
in Cit Planner Richards report dated August 31, 1999. Carried 5 - 0.
D. Consider Zoning Map Amendment for that area directl to the west of Norell Ave. N. at 60th
Street North that is currentl zoned B - 2, General Business proposed to be rezoned to CBD,
• Central Business District.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Byrne moved to approve the Zoning Map Amendment.
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
E. Adoption of Annexation Policy.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to approve the Annexation Polic
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Schaaf moved to table the Annexation Polic to the
September 28, 1999 Cit Council Meeting. Carried 5 - 0.
F. Legal Opinion re: Municipal Primary.
Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember B moved to table the discussion of the legal
opinion regarding a municipal primar to the September 28, 1999 Cit Council Meeting.
Carried 5- 0.
G. Legal Opinion re: Government Data Practices Act.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to receive the Legal Opinion
regarding Government Data Practices Act. Carried 5 - 0.
H.
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K.
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Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to table this matter to the
September 28, 1999 City Council Meeting. Carried 5- 0.
I. Water Readings.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to authorize water readings for six times
per y ear rather than four. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Proposed Research for Underground Electrical Utilities Ordinance.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved to direct staff to research this issue.
Carried 5 - 0.
Citizen Request for Aerator for Retention pond - Newgate Circle /Newell Circle.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to refer this matter to the Public
Works Department for analysis. Carried 5 - 0.
I. Parking Lot Lights. Reminder:
1) Valley Branch Watershed District Appointments.
Received.
2) St. Croix River Expo: Encouraging Stewardship.
Received.
3) Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission opening for appointments.
Received.
M. Communication.
1) Communication received re: Kern Center Improvements.
Received. City Engineer Shimon to respond to correspondence.
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2) Comp. Plan Update - time extension.
Received.
3) Communication received re: Valle View Estates.
Councilmember Beaudet directed staff to research the landscaping plan for this
development. Ma Schaaf requested staff to address each concern raised b the Valle
View Estates Association.
Donna Gray, 14812 58th Street North, stated that the street measurements were not
as wide as what was in the original plan.
Linda Carufel, 14824 58th Street North, stated that she would like proof that these
issues have been addressed.
John Mueller, 14812 58th Street North, stated that he felt the developer had not
followed through on the drainage issues and requested the Cit to resolve this matter.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne, moved to refer this matter to Legal for
research and recommendations. Carried 5 - 0.
N. Proposed City Well Location.
Councilmember Byrne left the Council Meeting at 10:04 p.m.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to authorize staff to receive
proposals for a stud Carried 4 - 0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to adjourn at 10:08 p.m. Carried 4 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, AUGUST 31, 1999
12:45 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was scheduled for 12:45 p.m. Mayor Schaaf postponed
the meeting because of lack of a quorum. Present: Mayor Schaaf, Councilmember Turnquist, City Attorney
Vierling, City Administrator Melena, Administrative Assistant Kamper and Administrative Secretary
S chleusner. Absent: Councilmembers Swenson and Byrne. Arriving late: Councilmember Beaudet.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Councilmember Beaudet arrived at City Hall and the meeting
was called to order at 1:11 p.m. No action was taken due to the fact that Councilmember Beaudet was
unavailable for the meeting.
II. Adjournment:
The meeting was adjourned at 1:14 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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11010 Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretar /Deput Clerk
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
III CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Administrator Melena, Public Works Director Johnson, City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, City
Planner Richards, Community Development Director Danielson, Administrative Assistant Kamper and
Administrative Secretary Schleusner. Absent: None.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena requested adding correspondence received
from Stillwater School District as Item H under Old Business. Councilmember Turnquist requested
adding Administrator's Performance Review as Item K under New Business.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Carried
5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
11 D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
1999 LMC Metro Regional Meeting
A. Planning Commission: City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission will be
holding Public Hearings on Carriage Homes, Boutwell's Landing, Stillwater Ford and the B -2
Zoning District amendments at their next meeting scheduled for September 16, 1999 at 7:00
p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission has not met since the last City Council Meeting. There was a Boutwell's Landing
walk - through on Monday, August 23, 1999. The next Park Commission Meeting is scheduled
for Monday, September 20, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. She also reported that the Garden Committee
is working on organizing the plantings for the Valley View Park entrance.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission met last
week. They are continuing to work on the equipment audit and other issues pertaining to
programming and rewiring.
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D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed met on
Monday, August 24, 1999 and that they are continuing their work on their Year 2000 Budget.
The Brown's Creek Watershed Rules are set to be approved in September.
Midd /e St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held on
Thursday, September 9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Bayport City Hall.
E. Other:
1999 LMC Metro Regional Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 16, 1999 at 3:00
p.m. at the New Brighton Famil Service Center.
III. Visitors:
A.. Recycling Award. Administrative Secretary Schleusner recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Mr. Robert Geisen, 14010 53rd Street North for participating in the City's recycling
program on Thursday, August 19, 1999.
• B. Bonnie Loperfide, Commonhealth Clinic requested that September 9, 1999 be proclaimed
International Fetal Alcohol Awareness da Ma Schaaf read the Proclamation and
proclaimed September 9, 1999 International Fetal Alcohol Awareness Day.
C. George Vogt - 6411 St. Croix Trail North. Mr. Vogt stated there is a need for better
communication to the residents of Sunnyside in regard to the road /bridge projects that will
affect Sunnyside.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — August 10, 1999
C. Approve Request for Payment No. 4 to Tower Asphalt - 58th St. N. Norell to
Oakgreen.
D. Approve Request for Pa No. 4 to Ryan Contracting - Kern Center Improvements.
E. Approval of Senior Citizen Garbage Rates.
F. Receipt of Staff Comments to Council.
G. Name Clarification.
Councilmember Turnquist pulled Items B and G. Councilmember Beaudet pulled Item F.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
• Items B, F and G. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
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B. Approve Cit Council Minutes - August 10, 1999 After two corrections, Councilmember
Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve the Minutes as amended. Carried 5 - 0.
F. Receipt of Staff Comments. Administrator Melena stated that this was communication from
staff to Council. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to direct staff not to
put R Transportation on the Cit Council Agenda until all re fees are paid b R
to the Cit Carried 5 - 0.
G. Name Clarification. After a brief discussion, Councilmember Beaudet moved to table this
matter. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember B seconded b Turnquist moved to approve the names "Haase Pond" and
"Haase Nature Area" for the pond and nature area in Boutwell's Landing. Carried 4 - 1.
Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Creation of Stormwater Utilit Fund. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved
to table this Public Hearing to September 14, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
W . New Business:
A. Nuisance Weed Cutting.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to approve the Assistant Weed Inspector's
recommendation to have the weeds cut at the vacant lot east of Swager Park between there and
the St. Croix Mall and the bank north of the St. Croix Mall and also the area west of the Haase
drivewa with the cost of the same to be billed to the owners of the land. Carried 5 - 0.
B. Award of Bid for Norwich Parkway /Avenue.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to award the bid to S.R. Weidema,
Inc. as low bidder and to retain the bid from Richard Knutson, Inc. until such time as the
contract is full executed with S.R. Weidema. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Notice of Commission Meeting.
Notice received.
D. Notice of St. Croix River Expo - Encouraging Stewardship.
• Notice received.
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E. Planning Commission actions:
1) Set a date for Public Hearing on Conditional Use Permit for automotive sales at
14621 60th St. N.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to table this matter to the
September 14, 1999 City Council Meeting. Carried 5 - 0.
After Jack Ibarra, owner of Karmann Jack's, addressed Council and requested action
be taken at this meeting, Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Mayor Schaaf,
moved to reconsider. Carried 3 - 2. Councilmembers Turnquist and Swenson
opposed.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Mayor Schaaf, moved to grant the
Conditional Use Permit with the seven conditions as laid out in City Planner
Richards memo dated August 11, 1999 and with the stipulation that an cars
parked in the north/south facing parking spots are to be moved b Karmann Jacks'
emplo onl Carried 5 - 0.
2) Set a date for Public Hearing to consider rezoning from 0, Open Space to B -2,
General Business for property East of Stillwater Ford on 60th Street North.
Due to the fact that the Public Hearin was held at the Plannin Commission level, there
was no need for a second Public Hearin in front of the Cit Council.
Councilmember B seconded b Swenson, moved to table this matter to the
September 14, 1999 City Council Agenda. Carried 5 - 0.
Councilmember Beaudet expressed his concern over the location of the driveway.
Corrie Land, representative of Bob Brackey, stated that the easement issues have
been worked out and that the Planning Commission is recommending rezoning this
area.
Truman Howle, architect for AmericInn, requested action to be taken at this
Council meeting. Ma Schaaf directed Mr. Howle to work with staff regarding the
outstanding issues on this project and return to the September 14, 1999 Council
meeting.
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3) Set a date for Public Hearing to consider amendments to a Conditional Use Permit
for Stillwater Area High School.
Dan Parker, Stillwater School District, requested action to be taken at this Council
meeting.
Jenn Kruse, Assistant Principal of the Stillwater Area High School provided an
update on the parking issues at the high school.
City Planner Richards stated that the Planning Commission is recommending
approval of this Conditional Use Permit with the three conditions as outlined in his
memo dated August 12, 1999.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to table this matter to the
September 14, 1999 City Council meeting. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember
Beaudet opposed.
Break from 8:35 p.m. to 8:47 p.m.
• 4) Set a Public Hearing to consider amending Section 401.15.F.4.h.13 and 17 of the
Zoning Ordinance to allow exceptions to the paving, curb and gutter requirements
for rear or side yards within the Kern Center.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to table this matter to the
September 14, 1999 Cit Council meeting. Carried 5 - 0.
5) Set a date for a Public Hearing to consider a zoning map amendment for that area
directl to the west of Norell Ave. N. at 60th St. N. that is currentl zoned B -2,
General Business, proposed to be rezoned to CBD, Central Business District.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to table this matter to the
September 14, 1999 Cit Council meeting. Carried 5 - 0.
F. Park Commission recommendations for grading modification.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne, moved to authorize the modification of
Boutwell's Landing grading plan to create a bowl/amphitheater -like structure utilizing the
existing depression in the center of the park. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet
opposed.
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G. Public Notice Comments on the Permit for Land Application of Northern States Power
Company's Flue Gas Desulfurization Material.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to direct staff to send a letter and a cop of the soil
stabilization study to NSP. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson, moved to direct staff to send a copy of
the soil stabilization stud onl to NSP. Carried 5 - 0.
H. Call for five positions on the Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission.
Information received. No action taken.
I. Call for Valle Branch Watershed District Appointments.
Information received. No action taken.
• J. Stillwater Motor's Temporary Parking Lot.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded b Swenson, moved to table this matter to the September
14, 1999 City Council meeting in order to get the legal issues regarding land ownership
resolved. Carried 5 - 0.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Mayor Schaaf, moved to then refer this issue back to
the Planning Commission. Carried 5 - 0.
K. Administrator's Performance Review.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson, moved to set the Administrator's
Performance Review for September 14, 1999 at 5:30 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
VII. Old Business:
A. Oakgreen Avenue Overlay.
Cit En Anderlik reported that the proposed chan order work is not specified in the ori
58th Street contract specifications. Bonestroo, Rosene and Anderlik are not responsible for an work
performed under this chan order to the 58th Street contract. All coordination, q uestions and
interpretation of work is by City staff
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Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to authorize an addition to the Tower
Asphalt contract for 58th Street in an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 for the overlay of
Oakgreen Avenue. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
B. Adoption of Annexation Policy.
Administrator Melena reported that staff and legal are continuing to finalize this document and
will be providing an updated copy to Council shortly.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to table this matter for final approval
on September 14, 1999.
C. Update on Valley View Park Bridge.
Staff directed to come back to Council with further recommendations.
D. Authorization for surve of Minnesota Department of Corrections well site.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson, moved to authorize survey of the site, but hold
off on authorizing a Resolution or adopting an easement at this time. Carried 5 - 0.
E. Approval of St. Croix Bridge Issues.
Councilmember B seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the list of issues proposed by
the Council with a modification to add "Any other General" as an issue. Carried 5 - 0.
P. Adoption of TIP District Resolution No. 99- 08 -31.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to adopt Resolution 99- 08 -31, A
Resolution Approving the Decertification of Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 of the
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City of Oak Park Heights. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
G. Deny request for site plan review and approval of Anastassi & Associationes at 6120 Oren Ave.
N. for lack of required submittal information.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne, moved to deny the request for site plan review
and approval on the basis that the information was not received as per City Ordinance. Carried
5 - 0.
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H. Stillwater School District Correspondence.
Council received correspondence from Kathleen Mac Superintendent of Stillwater Area
Schools regarding current projects in the Cit of Oak Park Heights.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b B moved to accept the proposal from Kathleen
Mac Superintendent of Stillwater Area Schools to split the bill from the Cit of Oak Park
Heights relating to the amendment of the Conditional Use Permit . Carried 5 - 0.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Tumquist, moved to recess to the Economic Development Authorit
closed session. Carried 5 - 0.
Cit Council meeting reconvened at it was stated for the record that after discussing issues, no action has been
taken.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to adjourn at 10:32 p.m. Carried.
Respectfull submitted,
4
M
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deput Clerk
CITY OFOAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, AUGUST 10, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
AMENDED
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by
Mayor Schaaf. Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist.
Staff present: City Administrator Melena, City Attorney Snyder, Public Works Director
Johnson, City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, Community Development Director
Danielson, Police Chief Swanson, Administrative Assistant Kamper, and Administrative
Secretary Schleusner. Absent: City Planner Richards and City Attorney Vierling.
Call to order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena requested adding
Bridge Issues under Dept. /Council Liaison Reports as Item E under Other.
Councilmember Beaudet requested adding Anastasi and Associates as Item G
under New Business in light of the Planning Commissions action to table this
matter.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Agenda as
amended. Carried 5- 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
• B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: Community Development Director Danielson
reported that the next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for
August 19, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. and there will be six public hearings held
that night. Administrator Melena provided an update of the meeting held
with the Dr. Kathleen Macy regarding the parking issues at the Stillwater
High School.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported
on the joint Parks Commission/City Council meeting held August 9, 1999.
Also the Parks and Planning Commission meetings will be cablecast from
now on. The Parks Commission is working on the Boutwell's Landing
Park and will be having a site walk through on August 23, 1999. A sub-
committee has been organized to work on uniform park signage.
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C. Cable . Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable
Commission has not met since the last City Council meeting. The Cable
Commission will take over the operation of the access center and studio on
September 1, 1999. The Cable Commission is continuing its work on their
budget for 2000. Councilmember Turnquist also reported that the Cable
Commission has moved their offices to the end of the hall in the same
building on Greeley Street.
D. Water Shed Management Organizations
Brown's Creek — Councilmember Turnquist reported that he and
Administrator Melena attended the August 9th meeting. The rules were
not passed at that meeting and they are still working on resolving issues in
order to pass the rules.
Middle St. Croix — Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting
will be held at 7:00 p.m. on September 9, 1999 at Bayport City Hall.
E. Other.
Bridge Issues — Mayor Schaaf requested Council to review the list of
issues that were compiled by the City in order to take action at the August
• 24th City Council meeting.
III. Visitor
A. Recycling Award. Administrative Secretary Schleusner recommended
awarding $25.00 check to Eunice Rosenow, 14770 Upper 55 Street, for
participating in the City's recycling program on Thursday, August 5,
1999.
IV. Consent Agenda.
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve City Council Minutes — July 27, 1999.
C. Approve Change Order No. 3 for the Kern Center Utility Improvements
Project.
D. Approve Change Order for Oak Park Boulevard.
E. Approve Request for Payment No. 1 — 57 Street Extension to Oakgreen
Avenue.
Councilmember Beaudet requested to pull Item D from the Consent Agenda.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to approve the Consent
Agenda minus Item D. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5- 0.
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411 D. Approve Change Order for Oak Park Boulevard. Administrator Melena
reported that $15,000 will come out of the Capital Revolving Fund.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the
Change Order for Oak Park Boulevard. Roll call vote was taken. Carried
5-1- (4 – 1). Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
V. Public Hearings:
None.
VI. New Business:
A. Creation of Central Business District Fund.
Administrator Melena reported that staff recommended creating a Central
Business District fund due to the fact that money is now coming in and
going out on this project.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to create a Central
Business District fund. Carried 4 –1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to transfer $10,000
from Community Development fees to the Central Business District fund.
Carried 4 – 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to accept $2,500 fee
from VSSA for the BRW planning fees, contingent upon EDA approval.
Carried 4 –1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf approved the
philosophy of the $10,000 loan from the EDA to Central Business District
fund. Carried 4 – 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
B. Citizen Communication regarding traffic speed.
Administrator Melena reported that the City received a letter from an
Autumn Ridge resident requesting speed bumps to be put in place or
possibly lowering the speed limit. Police Chief Swanson stated that the
Police Department could put the radar squad car in the neighborhood and
that he would continue to work with the neighborhood. There was also a
request for officers to saturate the neighborhood. Administrator Melena
reported that the City can reduce the speed limit to 25 mph, but such a
reduction must be made citywide. Councilmember Turnquist stated that
he was opposed to putting in speed bumps.
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• Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf directed staff to
research the lowering of speed limit. Carried 5 — 0.
C. Traffic Control Signage.
Chief Swanson stated that he recommends that stop signs be placed on
both north and south bound Memorial Avenue at 58th Street North and
that no signs be placed for west bound 58th Street.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve stop
sign placement as recommended by Police Chief Swanson. Carried 5 - 0.
Chief Swanson also stated that he would support placing a stop sign on
north bound O'Brien Avenue at Upper 54th Street North.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to put in the
recommended stop sign on O'Brien Avenue. Carried 5 — 0.
D. Authorization to proceed on the formation of Storm Water Utility.
Administrator Melena reported that since no budgets or funds currently
exist for the future replacement or modernization of a storm water system
and that many of the holding ponds require cleaning to bring them back to
• their design capacity.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson moved to authorize staff to
set a public hearing and proceed with the formation of a storm water
utility. Carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
E. Rate adjustment for solid waste /recycling and fund transfer.
Administrator Melena provided an update regarding the need for a solid
waste /recycling fee increase.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to transfer
$23,000 to garbage utilities to cover administration fees. Carried 4 —1.
Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Mayor Schaaf authorized for a
two -step fee increase of $.50 per month as of October 1 and $.50 per
month increase in July 2000. Carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet
opposed.
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F. Annexation Policy.
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Administrator Melena reported that he recommends the City have a policy
in place regarding annexation issues. Administrator Melena requested
Council comments and approval to have legal review this policy for
adoption at the next City Council meeting.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Beaudet authorized staff to have
legal review the Annexation Policy. Carried 5 - 0.
G. Anastasi and Associates.
Councilmember Beaudet expressed his concern in that the Planning
Commission moved to table Anastasi and Associate's request for a site
review plan indefinitely until all required information is provided.
Councilmember Beaudet stated that he was concerned that action needed
to be taken within 120 days or the request would automatically be granted.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Turnquist moved to direct City
Attorney Vierling to give guidance to the Planning Commission on this
matter. Carried 5 — 0.
VII. Old Business:
• A. Purchase of City Flag.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to table the
purchase of a City Flag indefinitely. Carried 5 — 0.
B. Boutwell's Landing Plat.
Administrator Melena stated that he has given authorization only for
foundation permits until Attorney Vierling returns and can review the plat
once again.
C. Brown's Creek Watershed.
a. District Rules
Administrator Melena stated that Brown's Creek Watershed
District is currently in the process of reviewing the public
comments, and other materials submitted during this rulemaking
process.
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410 b. Call for District Watershed Manager
Administrator Melena stated that the Brown's Creek Watershed
District is seeking a manager for the term of Jon Michels, which
will expire on October 21, 1999.
D. Discussion of Burger King /Oak Park Ponds development status and
signage.
Administrator Melena reported that the corrections on this project are
almost complete. Although the signage is still an issue in that Burger
King and Rainbow have problems with their signage. Councilmember
Beaudet questioned when the lights at that complex will be fixed.
Administrator Melena stated that those should have been taken care of
already.
Councilmember Turnquist provided an update on the rumors of Rainbow
leaving. He stated that according to Rainbow Foods Manager Gordy
Farrington, Rainbow is doing well and have no intentions of leaving Oak
Park Heights.
E. Discussion of possible primary for local elections.
• Mayor Schaaf reported that cities have the option of holding primary
elections and stated that he would like staff to look into holding a primary
election. Councilmember Swenson stated that he was opposed to this
idea. Mayor Schaaf stated he would like to have a primary election to
have a one on one race.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded Byrne moved to direct City Attorney
Vierling to explore the option of holding a primary election.
Carried 3 — 2. Councilmember Swenson and Beaudet opposed.
F. Discussion of Truth in Advertising vs. City name.
Mayor Schaaf stated that he would like to have a Truth in Advertising
Ordinance and asked staff o check into the legalities. Councilmember
Turnquist stated that he was opposed to having another Ordinance.
Councilmember Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist were not supportive of
spending money on this issue. Councilmember Swenson suggested
bringing it up at the weekly business outreach lunches.
Councilmember Beaudet seconded by Turnquist moved to table this
matter indefinitely. Carried 5 — 0.
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Break from 8:47 p.m. to 8:58 p.m.
VIII. Recess to Economic Development Authority Meeting.
The City Council meeting was recessed to the Economic Development Authority
Meeting.
IX. Reconvene City Council Meeting
Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Beaudet moved to adjourn to closed
session to discuss labor relations at 9:09 p.m. Carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Byrne moved to adjourn closed session
and reconvene the City Council meeting at 9:38 p.m.
Administrator Melena reported receiving a call from a contractor regarding a
Councilmember on the job site and stopping construction. Councilmember
Beaudet stated that he did not stop construction, he was just looking at the site and
inquired as to whether a permit had been issued. Administrator Melena suggested
that should a Councilmember or staff person want to look at the site, they should
be coordinated through Administrator Melena or Building Official Jim Butler.
Councilmember Beaudet stated that he would like an opinion regarding an
ordinance on final plats recorded by the County before issuing permits.
• X. Adjournment.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to adjourn at 9:56 p.m.
Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary/Deputy Clerk
CITY OFOAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, AUGUST 10, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by
Mayor Schaaf. Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist.
Staff present: City Administrator Melena, City Attorney Snyder, Public Works Director
Johnson, City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, Community Development Director
Danielson, Police Chief Swanson, Administrative Assistant Kamper, and Administrative
Secretary Schleusner. Absent: City Planner Richards and City Attorney Vierling.
Call to order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena requested adding
Bridge Issues under Dept. /Council Liaison Reports as Item E under Other.
Councilmember Beaudet requested adding Anastasi and Associates as Item G
under New Business in light of the Planning Commissions action to table this
matter.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Agenda as
amended. Carried 5- 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: Community Development Director Danielson
reported that the next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for
August 19, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. and there will be six public hearings held
that night. Administrator Melena provided an update of the meeting held
with the Dr. Kathleen Macy regarding the parking issues at the Stillwater
High School.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported
on the joint Parks Commission/City Council meeting held August 9, 1999.
Also the Parks and Planning Commission meetings will be cablecast from
now on. The Parks Commission is working on the Boutwell's Landing
Park and will be having a site walk through on August 23, 1999. A sub-
committee has been organized to work on uniform park signage.
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C. C able . Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable
Commission has not met since the last City Council meeting. The Cable
Commission will take over the operation of the access center and studio on
September 1, 1999. The Cable Commission is continuing its work on their
budget for 2000. Councilmember Turnquist also reported that the Cable
Commission has moved their offices to the end of the hall in the same
building on Greeley Street.
D. Water Shed Management Organizations
Brown's Creek — Councilmember Turnquist reported that he and
Administrator Melena attended the August 9th meeting. The rules were
not passed at that meeting and they are still working on resolving issues in
order to pass the rules.
Middle St. Croix — Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting
will be held at 7:00 p.m. on September 9, 1999 at Bayport City Hall.
E.
III. Visitors
Bridge Issues — Mayor Schaaf requested Council to review the list of
issues that were compiled by the City in order to take action at the August
24th City Council meeting.
A. Recycling Award. Administrative Secretary Schleusner recommended
awarding $25.00 check to Eunice Rosenow, 14770 Upper 55 Street, for
participating in the City's recycling program on Thursday, August 5,
1999.
IV. Consent Agenda.
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve City Council Minutes — July 27, 1999.
C. Approve Change Order No. 3 for the Kern Center Utility Improvements
Project.
D. Approve Change Order for Oak Park Boulevard.
E. Approve Request for Payment No. 1 — 57 Street Extension to Oakgreen
Avenue.
Councilmember Beaudet requested to pull Item D from the Consent Agenda.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to approve the Consent
Agenda minus Item D. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5- 0.
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D. Approve Change Order for Oak Park Boulevard. Administrator Melena
reported that $15,000 will come out of the Capital Revolving Fund.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the
Change Order for Oak Park Boulevard. Roll call vote was taken. Carried
5- 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
V. Public Hearings:
None.
VI. New Business:
A. Creation of Central Business District Fund.
Administrator Melena reported that staff recommended creating a Central
Business District fund due to the fact that money is now coming in and
going out on this project.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to create a Central
Business District fund. Carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to transfer $10,000
from Community Development fees to the Central Business District fund.
Carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to accept $2,500
from VSSA for the BRW planning fees, contingent upon EDA approval.
Carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf approved the
philosophy of the loan from the EDA to Central Business District fund.
Carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
B. Citizen Communication regarding traffic speed.
Administrator Melena reported that the City received a letter from an
Autumn Ridge resident requesting speed bumps to be put in place or
possibly lowering the speed limit. Police Chief Swanson stated that the
Police Department could put the radar squad car in the neighborhood and
that he would continue to work with the neighborhood. There was also a
request for officers to saturate the neighborhood. Administrator Melena
reported that the City can reduce the speed limit to 25 mph, but such a
reduction must be made citywide. Councilmember Turnquist stated that
he was opposed to putting in speed bumps.
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Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf directed staff to
research the lowering of speed limit. Carried 5 — 0.
C. Traffic Control Signage.
Chief Swanson stated that he recommends that stop signs be placed on
both north and south bound Memorial Avenue at 58th Street North and
that no signs be placed for west bound 58th Street.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve stop
sign placement as recommended by Police Chief Swanson. Carried 5 - 0.
Chief Swanson also stated that he would support placing a stop sign on
north bound O'Brien Avenue at Upper 54th Street North.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to put in the
recommended stop sign on O'Brien Avenue. Carried 5 — 0.
D. Authorization to proceed on the formation of Storm Water Utility.
Administrator Melena reported that since no budgets or funds currently
exist for the future replacement or modernization of a storm water system
and that many of the holding ponds require cleaning to bring them back to
IP their design capacity.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson moved to authorize staff to
set a public hearing and proceed with the formation of a storm water
utility. Carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
E. Rate adjustment for solid waste /recycling and fund transfer.
Administrator Melena provided an update regarding the need for a solid
waste /recycling fee increase.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to transfer
$23,000 to garbage utilities to cover administration fees. Carried 4 — 1.
Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Mayor Schaaf authorized for a
two -step fee increase of $.50 per month as of October 1 and $.50 per
month increase in July 2000. Carried 4 —1. Councilmember Beaudet
opposed.
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F. Annexation Policy.
Administrator Melena reported that he recommends the City have a policy
in place regarding annexation issues. Administrator Melena requested
Council comments and approval to have legal review this policy for
adoption at the next City Council meeting.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Beaudet authorized staff to have
legal review the Annexation Policy. Carried 5 - 0.
G. Anastasi and Associates.
Councilmember Beaudet expressed his concern in that the Planning
Commission moved to table Anastasi and Associate's request for a site
review plan indefinitely until all required information is provided.
Councilmember Beaudet stated that he was concerned that action needed
to be taken within 120 days or the request would automatically be granted.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Turnquist moved to direct City
Attorney Vierling to give guidance to the Planning Commission on this
matter. Carried 5 — 0.
VII. Old Business:
• A. Purchase of City Flag.
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Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to table the
purchase of a City Flag indefinitely. Carried 5 — 0.
B. Boutwell's Landing Plat.
Administrator Melena stated that he has given authorization only for
foundation permits until Attorney Vierling returns and can review the plat
once again.
C. Brown's Creek Watershed.
a. District Rules
Administrator Melena stated that Brown's Creek Watershed
District is currently in the process of reviewing the public
comments, and other materials submitted during this rulemaking
process.
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Administrator Melena stated that the Brown's Creek Watershed
District is seeking a manager for the term of Jon Michels, which
will expire on October 21, 1999.
D. Discussion of Burger King /Oak Park Ponds development status and
signage.
Administrator Melena reported that the corrections on this project are
almost complete. Although the signage is still an issue in that Burger
King and Rainbow have problems with their signage. Councilmember
Beaudet questioned when the lights at that complex will be fixed.
Administrator Melena stated that those should have been taken care of
already. 6
Councilmember Turnquist provided an update on the rumors of Rainbow
leaving. He stated that according to Rainbow Foods Manager Gordy
Farrington, Rainbow is doing well and have no intentions of leaving Oak
Park Heights.
E. b. Call for District Watershed Discussion of possible primary for local elections.
111 Mayor Schaaf reported that cities have the option of holding primary
elections and stated that he would like staff to look into holding a primary
election. Councilmember Swenson stated that he was opposed to this
idea. Mayor Schaaf stated he would like to have a primary election to
have a one on one race.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded Byrne moved to direct City Attorney
Vierling to explore the option of holding a primary election.
Carried 3 — 2. Councilmember Swenson and Beaudet opposed.
F. Discussion of Truth in Advertising vs. City name.
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Mayor Schaaf stated that he would like to have a Truth in Advertising
Ordinance and asked staff o check into the legalities. Councilmember
Turnquist stated that he was opposed to having another Ordinance.
Councilmember Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist were not supportive of
spending money on this issue. Councilmember Swenson suggested
bringing it up at the weekly business outreach lunches.
Councilmember Beaudet seconded by Turnquist moved to table this
matter indefinitely. Carried 5 — 0.
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Break from 8:47 p.m. to 8:58 p.m.
VIII. Recess to Economic Development Authority Meetin
The City Council meeting was recessed to the Economic Development Authority
Meeting.
IX. Reconvene City Council Meeting
Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Beaudet moved to adjourn to closed
session to discuss labor relations at 9:09 p.m. Carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Byrne moved to adjourn closed session
and reconvene the City Council meeting at 9:38 p.m.
Administrator Melena reported receiving a call from a contractor regarding a
Councilmember on the job site and stopping construction. Councilmember
Beaudet stated that he did not stop construction, he was just looking at the site and
inquired as to whether a permit had been issued. Administrator Melena suggested
that should a Councilmember or staff person want to look at the site, they should
be coordinated through Administrator Melena or Building Official Jim Butler.
Councilmember Beaudet stated that he would like an opinion regarding an
ordinance on final plats recorded by the County before issuing permits.
• X. Adjournment.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to adjourn at 9:56 p.m.
Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
i ' 1. Gi A-J
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary/Deputy Clerk
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• CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, JULY 27, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by
Mayor Pro -tem Turnquist. Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, B and Swenson.
Staff Present: City Administrator Melena, Administrative Assistant Kamper,
Administrative Secretary Schleusner, City Planner Richards, City Engineer Shimon,
Attorney Snyder, Public Works Director Johnson,. Absent: Community Development
Director Danielson and City Attorney Vierling.
Mayor Schaaf arrived at 7:06 p.m.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena requested adding
the hiring of a part -time Secretarial Intern as item H under New Business and a
Kennel License as I under New Business. Councilmember Beaudet requested
adding Highway 36 as item J under New Business and the park shelter for
Boutwells Landing be added as K under New Business. Councilmember
Turnquist requested adding a letter supporting staff activities as L to New
Business and cable casting Park and Planning Commission meetings as M under
New Business.
• Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to approve the Agenda as
amended. Carried 4 -0. (Mayor Schaaf absent for the vote.)
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Park Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organization
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission. City Planner Richards reported that the Planning
Commission recommended granting Salem Church a Conditional Use
Permit with 11 conditions as outlined in his report. He also reported that
a Public Hearing is scheduled for August 19, 1999 to discuss Central
Business District zoning. Other issues to be discussed include Kern
Center paving /curb and gutter policy, future development projects, and
Stillwater Ford expansion.
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B. Parks. No report provided
C. Cable. Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission
met last week. Takeover of the access studio is set for September 1, 1999.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creed — Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's
Creek Watershed District held a meeting on Monday, Jul 26, 1999. No
further report was given.
Middle St. Croix — Councilmember Beaudet reported that the Middle St.
Croix Watershed District is scheduled to meet September 9, 1999 at 7:00
p.m. at Bayport City Hall.
E. Other:
Administrator Melena reported that a meeting has been scheduled for
10:30 a.m. on Friday, Jul 30, regarding Ryder Transportation.
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There e e was also a reminder that the Oak Park Heights /Ba cooperation
meeting will be held Wednesda Jul 28, 1999.
III. Visitors:
A. Recycling Award. Administrative Secretary Schleusner recommended
awarding a $25.00 check to Charles Harville, 14143 Upper 54th Street
North, for participating in the Cit recycling program on Thursday, Jul
22, 1999.
B. Nile Kriesel of Stillwater and Doug Brady, Manager of the St. Croix
Valle Recreation Center provided an update regarding the scheduling of
ice time at the St. Croix Valle Recreation Center.
N. Consent Agenda
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve Cit Council Minutes — Jul 13, 1999
C. Approve Request for Payment No. 3 — 58th Street North/Norell to
• Oakgreen
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D. Approve Request for Payment No. 3 for Kern Center Improvements
E. Comprehensive Plan Update
Councilmember Byrne seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Consent
Agenda. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 -0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing to discuss rezoning certain lands within the City of Oak
Park Heights to R -1
Notice was read and the Public Hearing was opened at 7:32 p.m. by
Administrator Melena. City Planner Richards provided an outline of the
properties to be affected b this rezoning. The Planning Commission
recommends rezoning the area, however excluding land East of Stagecoach
Trail. All current multi -unit dwellings will be grandfathered in. If a
structure obtains more than 50% damage b fire, etc., it cannot be rebuilt
as a multi -unit dwelling.
• Pam Patrick, 15365 58th St. N., addressed Council and stated that she is
a duplex owner in the area that is being considered for rezoning. She
stated that she is in support of the rezoning
Mayor Schaaf reported receiving correspondence from a resident opposing
the rezoning.
Hearing no further public comment, Councilmember Swenson, seconded
by Beaudet moved to close the Public Hearing at 7:42 p.m.
Carried 5 — 0.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Byrne moved to rezone certain
lands within the Cit of Oak Park Heights to R -1. Roll call vote was
taken. Carried 5 — 0.
VI. New Business
A. Discussion of Washington County Water Governance Study.
Jane Harper, Washington County, reported that the County has adopted
the Water Governance Study and will work with affected partners over the
next 4 — 6 months. They will work on setting up work groups.
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B. Authorization to finalize and negotiate price for repair and overlay of
Oakgreen Avenue.
Administrator Melena provided an update of the project.
Ma Schaaf commented that benefiting property owners should be
assessed, but not collected until property changes hands.
Councilmember B seconded b Swenson authorized staff to proceed
negotiations with VS SA to work out a way to pay for the repair and
overla of Oakgreen. Carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposing.
C. Authorization for stop sign on 58th Street
Administrator Melena provided an update. Councilmember Turnquist
indicated that there is a need for trail crossing signs. Councilmember
Swenson reported that there were trail stop signs put in. Mayor Schaaf
stated that he would like traffic counts at the Southern border of Oak
Park Heights. Administrator Melena reported that traffic counts will be
done this fall.
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Councilmember B seconded b Swenson approved to install stop signs
on 58th Street east and west at the Oakgreen Avenue crossing, and also
install trail crossing signs, and bike trail stop signs. Carried 5 - 0.
D. a. Brown's Creek Participation
Administrator Melena provided an update.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to
authorize staff to proceed and come back with recommendations
and final facts and figures. Carried 5 — 0.
b. Call for Watershed District Manager
Councilmember Turnquist reported on correspondence received
calling for a Brown's Creek Watershed District manager.
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E. Recommendations from Park Commission
1. Park /Recreation Development Fund
Mayor Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Swenson made a
motion to direct staff to send a letter to the Park Commission
stating that Council feels that the purpose of the fund is for park
development /capital improvement. Carried 4 — 1. Councilmember
Beaudet opposing.
2. Uniform Signage
The Park Commission recommends uniform park signage for all
cit parks.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B directed staff to
investigate possible signage . Carried 5 —0.
3. Valley View Park Improvements
Ma Schaaf stated that the trails through Valle View Park
should be bituminous trails.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B directed staff to
come back with recommendations and cost of bituminous trail
from the pedestrian bridge eastward and also to work with the
prison/DNR regarding an easement to circle the DNR water.
Carried 4 — 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposing.
4. Swager Park
Council directed staff to investigate the costs associated with trail
alignment and land acquisition for expansion of Swager Park.
5. Boutwell Landing park
Park Commission recommendations were received.
No action taken.
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P. Postal Service Request
Administrator Melena provided an update. Mayor Schaaf stated that he
opposes the Post Office having a carrier annex in the City of Oak Park
Heights.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf made a motion to
deny the request. Carried 5 — 0.
G. Salem Lutheran Church CUP
City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission held a
Public Hearing on July 15, 1999 and recommended granting a
Conditional Use Permit with 11 conditions as outlined in Mr. Richard's
report.
Councilmember B seconded by Swenson moved to approve the
Conditional Use Permit with the 11 conditions.
• Quentin Johnson, Salem Church, stated that he was concerned with the
cost of multiple restrooms and sprinkling the building but stated the
would do what was required.
H. Secretarial Intern
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf approved the hiring
of Christine Larsen as part -time Secretarial Intern. Carried 5 — 0.
Kennel License
Administrator Melena reported that no complaints have been received
regarding the Kennel License issued to Ms. Innes the previous year.
Councilmember B seconded by Swenson moved to approve the
Kennel License. Carried 5 — 0.
J. Highway 36
Councilmember Beaudet requested a letter to be sent to the State of
Minnesota regarding the poor condition and safety issues regarding the exit
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S from highway 36 to Beach Road. He also stated that there should be an
evaluation done on Osgood and 36.
Mayor Schaaf , seconded by Councilmember Swenson directed staff to
send a letter regarding the exit ramp /overlay and guard rail on the Beach
Road exit off of Highway 36. Carried 5 — 0.
Administrator Melena recommended requesting an anal of the exit
ramp, turn lanes, etc.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b B directed staff to send a letter
regarding the safet issues at the Osgood Avenue /Highway 36 intersection.
K. Boutwell's Landing Park Shelter
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b B moved to direct staff to send
a letter to VS SA thanking them for their input on the park shelter.
Motion carried 5 - 0.
L. Staff Activities
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson directed staff to have a
letter be sent to the Park and Planning Commissions regarding staff
attendance at Park and Planning Commission meetings and explaining
that staff represents the majority of the Council. Carried 4 — 1.
Councilmember Beaudet opposing.
M. Cable cast Commission meetings.
Councilmember Turnquist reported that it would cost between $13,000
and $15,000 to bu additional cable equipment to cable cast the Planning
and Parks Commission meetings.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to authorize the
purchase of e up to $15,000 and to begin taping and cable
casting the Park and Planning Commission meetings. Carried 5 — 0.
VII. Old. Business
A. Authorization to purchase new Cit flag
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to table this matter
to the next Cit Council Meeting on August 10, 1999.
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B. City Hall Entrance Sign
Administrator Melena gave an update on the recommendations of sign
placement and possible sign designs.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the
Southeast side of Oak Park Boulevard /Oakgreen Avenue for placement of
the City Hall entrance sign. Motion carried 3 — 2. Councilmember
Beaudet and Mayor Schaaf opposing.
C. NSP Lighting Contract
Administrator Melena recommended placement of the conduit at this
time.
Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Swenson moved to directe
staff to request NSP to provide 2 — 3 different lighting samples for a side
by side comparison by August 30, 1999. Motion carried 5 - 0.
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D. Reminder of Ci Counc• Park Commission oint Meetin- on Au -ust •
1999.
The joint Cit Council/Park Commission meeting will be from 6:00 p.m.
to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, August 9, 1999.
D. VS SA Road BID Date Addendum
Administrator Melena provided an update stating that the bid date is to be
amended to August 19, 1999.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne approved the date change.
Carried 5 — 0.
VIII. Adjournment
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson moved to adjourn to Executive
Session to discuss pending litigation and personnel matters at 10:07 p.m.
Carried 5 —0.
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Councilmember Beaudet moved to accept the settlement agreement offered by
Eller Media. Motion died for lack of a second.
Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Swenson moved to authorize staff to
negotiate a final settlement agreement with Eller Media within parameters given.
Motion carried 5 - 0.
Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Swenson moved to adjourn the
meeting at 11:00 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretar /Deput Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, JULY 13, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling, Public
Works Director Johnson, Cit Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, Community Development Director
Danielson, Police Chief Swanson, Finance Director Holst, Administrative Assistant Kamper and
Administrative Secretary Schleusner. Absent: Councilmember Byrne, City Planner Richards and
Administrator Melena.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrative Assistant Kamper requested adding Resolution
for Safe and Sober project 1999/2000 as Item E under New Business, Ryder Transportation update
as Item F under New Business, and Fire Prevention Materials as Item G under New Business. City
Attorney Vierling requested adding the renaming of Haase Parkway as Item H under New Business.
Councilmember Turnquist requested pulling item A under New Business.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Carried
4 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
• B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the next
Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 15, 1999. The Commission
is scheduled to discuss the rezoning of lower Oak Park Heights.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the next Parks
Commission meeting will be held Monday, July 19, 1999 to discuss the VSSA project.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission has not
met since the last Cit Council meeting. He reported that the franchise has been signed and
it is in effect.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed had met
• on July 12, 1999 and continues to work on the second - generation plan.
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Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held on
Thursday, September 9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Bayport City Hall.
E. Other:
Mayor Schaaf gave a brief update on the meetings with MnDOT.
III. Visitors:
A.. Recycling Award. Administrative Secretary Schleusner recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Robert Mobroten, 14641 55th Street North, for participating in the City's recycling
program on Thursda Jul 8, 1999.
B. Mr. Bob Bohn, 14837 55th St. North expressed concerns regarding the scheduling of ice time
at the St. Croix Valley Recreation Center. Council will continue discussion at next City
Council meeting.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
• B. Approve City Council Minutes — June 22, 1999
C. Authorization for Performance Review and Salar Increase for Gar Brunckhorst
D. Approve Prairie Restoration Management proposal
E. Authorize purchase for new Cit Flag
F. Authorize Waiving LMCIT Liabilit Coverage
Councilmember Turnquist pulled Item E. Councilmember Beaudet pulled Item B for
corrections.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items B and E. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
B. Approve City Council Minutes - June 22, 1999 After a minor correction, Councilmember
Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to approve the Minutes as amended. Carried 4 - 0.
E. Authorize purchase for new City Flag Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Mayor Schaaf
moved to table this matter to the Jul 27, 1999 Council meeting in order to get more
information.
V. Public Hearings:
• None.
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New Business:
A. Authorization to finalize and negotiate price for repair and overla of Oakgreen Avenue.
Item pulled.
B. Authorization to hire Utilit Billing /Accountant Technician employee.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to appoint Lisa Taube to the
Utility Billing /Accountant Technician position. Carried 4 - 0.
C. Authorization for Central Business District Preferred Plan/Contract with BRW.
Staff directed to continue meetings with Central Business District Collaborative Group and
invite public participation.
D. Set Council Worksession for Jul 27, 1999 at 4:00 p.m.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to set a Council Worksession for
4:00 p.m. on Jul 27, 1999 to discuss bridge issues.
• E. Safe and Sober Resolution 1999/2000.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to approve Resolution
99 -07 -29 A Resolution Authorizing the Oak Park Heights Police Department to make
Application in Conjunction with the Washington Count Sheriff's Office to the Minnesota
Department of Public Safet Office of Traffic Safet for Enrollment within the Safe and
Sober Communit Project for the Period of time of October 1, 1999 through September
30, 2000. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
F. Ryder Update.
Communit Development Director Danielson provided an update on the Ryder
Transportation issue.
G. Fire Prevention Materials.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to authorize spending $2,000.00
on fire prevention materials. Carried 4 - 0.
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• H. Renaming Haase Parkwa to Norwich Avenue.
City Attorney Vierling recommended changing Novak Avenue by Applebee's to Norwich
Avenue North to keep in compliance with the County's street naming system.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve Resolution 99 -07 -30
A Resolution Renaming Novak Avenue as Depicted in the Plat of Haase Addition to
Norwich Avenue North. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
VII. Old Business:
A. Governance Study.
Washington County invited to make presentation to Council on Governance Study. Carried
4 - 0.
B. Legal Opinion on Conflict of Interest.
Cit Attorne Vierling provided the opinion and it was determined there is no conflict of
interest.
• C. Authorize purchase of Cit Hall Entrance and Valle View Park Entrance signs.
Communit Development Director Danielson gave an update on the signs that she is requesting
the Cit purchase.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to table this matter to next y ear to allow the Parks Commission
time to review and approve signage. Motion died for lack of a second.
Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Turnquist moved to authorize staff to proceed with
further designs. Motion carried 3 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
D. Authorization of Outdoor Lighting Contract with NSP for Cit Hall Street (Oak Park
Boulevard).
Staff directed to gather further information for the Council to make a final decision at the next
Cit Council Meeting on Jul 27, 1999.
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E. Authorization for recommending to Washington County that City Hall road be named Oak
Park Boulevard.
Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Turnquist moved to approve Resolution 99 -07 -31
naming the Cit Hall road extension Oak Park Boulevard. Roll call vote was taken. Carried
3 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to adjourn at 8:50 p.m. Carried.
Respectfull submitted,
66L , kitiLL.64,41(JA
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretar /Deput Clerk
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OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:07 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, City Planner Richards, Arborist Kathy Widin, Community
Development Director Danielson, Public Works Director Johnson, Administrator Melena and Administrative
Secretary Schleusner. Absent: None.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena requested adding NSP Ash Site as Item
B under Old Business. Councilmember Swenson requested adding Park Crosswalk and Signage as
Item H under New Business. Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the
Agenda as amended. Carried 5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
• 2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: Scott Richards, City Planner reported that the Planning Commission
met June 17, 1999. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for July 15, 1999.
B. Parks Commission: Park Commission member Gina Zeuli reported that the Park Commission
met on June 21, 1999 at held a site walk- through of the 58th Street project. The Commission
is also working on setting their goals for 1999. The next Park Commission meeting is
scheduled for July 19, 1999.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission will not
meet this month and that the Cable Company has signed the franchise agreement.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed District
last met on June 14, 1999 and provided an update on the issues the Watershed has been
working on. He also reported that they will hold a Public Hearing on June 28, 1999.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held on
I . Thursday, September 9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Bayport City Hall.
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E. Other:
Administrator Melena reported that the Cit of Oak Park Heights has been placed on the
p t3' g s p
Metropolitan Council's Agenda for June 23, 1999 at 3:00 p.m. to discuss the Comprehensive
Plan and MUSA.
Mayor Schaaf provided an update on meetings with MNDOT. The next meeting will be held
at 9:00 a.m. on Jul 12, 1999 at Stillwater Cit Hall.
III. Visitors:
A. Recycling Award. Administrative Secretary Schleusner recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Margaret Brandl, 14805 Upper 56th Street North, for participating in the Cit rec
program.
B. Administrator Melena distributed a petition to the Council that was received b staff.
TV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — June 8, 1999
C. Approve Request for Payment No. 2 to Tower Asphalt for 58th Street North - Norell
to Oakgreen.
D. Approve Request for Pa No. 2 to Ryan Contracting for Kern Center
Improvements.
E. Accept Planning Commission recommendations on Zoning Ordinance and Design
Guidelines - Amendments to Address Development Review Process.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Byrne moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing to consider Repeal of Chapter 1123.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:28 p.m. Administrator Melena provided an update on the
repeal. After hearing no public comment, Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved
to close the Public Hearing at 7:29 p.m.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to approve the Repeal of Chapter 1123.
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
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B. Public Hearing to Consider Amending St. Croix Mall TIF District.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:30 p.m. Jim O'Meara of Briggs and Morgan was present
and gave an update on this process. He stated that this will finalize and finish off the TIF
project and that the County is supporting our TIF Amendment. After hearing no further
public comment, Councilmember B seconded b Swenson moved to close the Public
Hearing at 7:45 p.m.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist, moved to approve Resolution 99 -06 -28 A
Resolution Approving Redevelopment Project and Tax Increment Financing District Plans.
Roll Call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
VI. New Business:
A. Request for Special Assessment Financing.
Administrator Melena recommended special assessment financing for the Ryder project. He
stated that $5,000.00 of the total would be the responsibility of the Economic Development
Authority and the remainder would be the responsibility of the developer. Kevin LaCosse,
Greystone Real Estate stated that this request is for Ryder Transportation only. If Ryder does
• not move into the site, then Greystone Real Estate would either get approval for another use
or not use the special assessment financing at all. Administrator Melena also reported that
Greystone Real Estate will pa a $3,000.00 fee to the City and that Greystone Real Estate
shall bear all costs of this project.
Mayor Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Turnquist moved to grant the request for special
assessment financing (revenue bonds) subject to approval of bond counsel, legal counsel and
staff review and approval. Carried 3 - 2. Councilmembers Beaudet and Swenson voting
against.
B. 1999 Memorandum of Agreement for Curbside Recycling Grant Distribution.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve the 1999 Memorandum
of Agreement for Curbside Rec Grant Distribution with some language changes that
Cit Attorney Vierling will work out with Washington County. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Approve 56th Street Cul de Sac Curb and Gutter.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to direct staff to determine cost of
curb and gutter for the 56th Street Cul de Sac and get input from the neighbors directly
impacted. Carried 5 - 0.
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• D. Approve Resolution 99 -06 -27 A Resolution Authorizing City Administrator to Negotiate a
Contract with Washington County Related to the Inspection and Management of Individual
Sewage Treatment Systems.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to adopt Resolution 99- 06 -27.
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
E. Concept Approval for Carriage Homes Planned Unit Development.
Planner Richards stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
Carriage Homes Planned Unit Development Concept Plan with conditions as outlined in
his June 18, 1999 Memorandum.
Carl Trenda, 14861 58th Street North stated his opposition to the project in that it doesn't
allow for enough parking for residents and guests.
Mike Dahlquist, Planning Commission, stated that the Planning Commission approved the
high density senior complex with the stipulation of being re- evaluated for a better fit to the
land.
• Ms. Carol Brekke -Olson stated that she would like to see this project go through. She
stated that her famil feels that this project is the best use for the land.
Bert Welander, 14783 Upper 56th Street North stated that he felt vacating the streets will
just cause more traffic problems.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to approve the Concept Plan
with the Planning Commission recommendations minus condition numbers 6 and 15.
Carried 5 - 0.
Mayor Schaaf made a motion to amend condition number one as it relates to setback.
Motion died for lack of a second.
Break from 8:50 p.m. to 9:04 p.m.
F. Set date to discuss potential rezoning of Lower Oak Park Heights.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to set July 27, 1999 to hold a Public
Hearing to consider rezoning Lower Oak Park Heights to R - 1. Carried 5 - 0.
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G. Final Plat for Boutwell's Landing.
Planner Richards stated that the Planning Commission had reviewed the final plat and
recommends Council approval with the two conditions requiring all utilit easements as
found in the June 8, 1999 planing report.
Administrator Melena stated that Washington Count would not accept "Haase Parkway" as
the name of the main road. He stated that the Cit had agreed to follow the Washington
County road naming system and that "Haase Parkway" did not fit into their system. Ms.
Barr stated that the would work with Washington Count to rename the street to
something that fits the road naming system. Ms. Barry requested naming the pond "Haase
Pond" and the westerl nature area "Haase Nature Area ". She also requested Council to
consider moving most or all of the "B" holding pond to the north of the CBD rather than to
the south. Ms. Barr also requested a brainstorming session to be held with the Parks
Commission and Cit Council to discuss the character and use of the park in light of the
report received from the Corps of Engineers.
Mr. Gar Howe, 13210 56th Street North, stated his concern regarding tree removal for
• the Boutwell's Landing project. He stated that he would like to see someone keeping closer
tabs on the work being done at the site.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to wait until we have another final plat with these proposed
changes before approving the final plat. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to approve the Final Plat subject to
staff, Cit Attorne and Engineering review and approval. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember
Beaudet voting against.
H. Authorization for Park Bridge and Trail at Valle View Park and Park Signage.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to direct staff to work with the Parks
Commission and Public Works department to obtain updated prices to build the bridge and
trail at Valle View Park and obtain Park entrance signage for all parks within the Cit with
the mone for these improvements to come out of the Park Dedication Fund. Carried 4 -
1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
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"I. Old Business:
A. Governance Study.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to direct staff to invite Washington
County to a Council meeting to give a presentation of their Governance Study. Carried 5 - 0.
B. NSP Ash Site.
Administrator Melena gave an update to Council on the status of the NSP Ash Site.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to accept and approve staff action.
Carried 5 - 0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Byrne moved to adjourn to the Economic Development
Authority Meeting at 9:50 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to adjourn the City Council Meeting at 9:52
p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
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Respectfull submitted,
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1)4 )44Wiaks.
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
•
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, B Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, Community Development Director Danielson, Administrator
Melena and Administrative Secretary Schleusner. Absent: City Planner Richards and Public Works Director
Johnson.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Mayor Schaaf requested adding Appointment to Planning
Commission as Item I under New Business. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to
approve the Agenda as amended. Carried 5 - 0.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
•
A. Planning Commission: Mike Dahl Planning Commission member reported that the
Planning Commission has not met since the last Council meeting. The next Planning
Commission meeting is scheduled for June 17, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Communit Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission will meet on June 21st at on p.m. for a walk - through at the 58th Street site.
The regular Parks Commission meeting will then follow at 6:30 p.m. where they will be working
on Budget issues and finalizing the Parks Comprehensive Plan.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission has not
met since the last Council meeting.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist provided an update on the issues the Watershed has
been working on.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held on
Thursday, September 9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Bayport City Hall.
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• E. Other:
Ma Schaaf reported that several businesses and hotels have expressed an interest in coming
to Oak Park Heights.
Visitors:
A. Rec Award. Administrator Melena recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Elmo Finneman, 5582 Osgood Avenue North, for participating in the Cit rec
program.
B. Donna Gra 14812 - 58th Street North, #3D: Ms. Gray requested Council not issue any
permits or conduct an inspections for a certain contractor until the contractor finishes the
work he agreed to do on her home.
C. Kath Case - Up With People: Ms. Cas spoke about upcoming musical performances to be
held at the Stillwater Junior High Auditorium.
Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
41: B. Approve Cit Council Minutes — Ma 25, 1999
Councilmember Turn seconded b Swenson moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Set Public Hearing for June 22, 1999 to consider Repeal of Chapter 1123.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to set the Public Hearing for June 22,
1999 at 7:00 p.m.
VI. New Business:
A. Set salary and range for Administrative Assistant position.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b B moved to set the salar range at $33,480.00
to $47,820.00. Carried 5 - 0.
B. Approve hiring of Administrative Assistant.
• Councilmember B seconded b Turnquist, moved to approve hiring Kimberly Kamper
as the Administrative Assistant. Carried 5 - 0.
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nation to Parks De 'aliment from Bonestroo Rosene Anderlik &
C. Acce.t „250.00 do rt
Asso
Count
ilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved to accept the donation.
Carried 5 - 0.
D. Utili
Billin- Clerk status and authorization to a dvertise for and fill . osition.
seconded by Swenson moved to authorize staff to advertise for
Councilmember Turnquis t ,
and fill the Utility Billing Clerk position. Carried 5 - 0 .
F. Set Au -ust 3rd as first Ci Council Meetin- in Au -ust. Budget Workshop
' member Turnquist, seconded by Beaudet moved to e the Council Meeting as
for August 4, 1999 and to
for 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Carried 5 - 0.
originally scheduled for August 10, 1999.
F. A..oint Representative to the TH 36 Adviso Committee.
uist, seconded by Swenson moved to appoint Councilmember
Couneilmember T urn q
Beaudet as Representative. Carried 5 - 0.
G. Re nest for In stallation of an Aerator.
audet, seconded by Turnquist moved to direct staff t c ont c ieiY o sq uito
c o member Be City Stillwater to i q
control to spray the area and to contact the ty
Ordinance regarding lawn fertilizing, etc. Carried 5 - 0.
H Authorization for Block Part.
seconded by Swenson moved to grant authorization for the
Couneilmember Turnqu ist ,
Block Party. Carried 5 - 0.
I Plannin C A oint Runk to the
Beaudet moved to appoint Mr. Mike Byrne and
Couneilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf, Councilmembers By
Planning Commission. Motion failed 2 - 3. May
Turnquist voting against.
ed b Turnquist moved to appoint Mr. John Dwyer to the Planning
Mayor Schaaf, seconded y
Commission. Carried 5 - 0.
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ireale from 8:43 .m. to 8:
p 8:50 p.m.
VII. Old Business:
A. BRW Presentation.
Mr. Augustine Wong of BRW gave a presentation of the designs the had come up with during
the 2-cla design charette held at the beginning of Ma
B. Planning Commission Bylaws.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Turnquist moved to approve the Planning Commission
Bylaws with proposed changes and also striking "each to serve annuall in Section C,
Article 3 - Membership. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Park Commission Bylaws.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved to approve the Parks Commission
Bylaws with proposed changes and also striking each to serve annually" in Section C,
• Article 3 - Membership. Carried 5 - 0.
D. Adopt Resolution 99- 06 -25, A Resolution Authorizing Speed Stud
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Byrne moved to adopt Resolution 99- 06 -25. Roll call
vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
E. Discussion of Proposed Cooperative Construction Agreement.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Byrne, moved to adopt Resolution 99- 06 -26. Roll call
vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
F. Discussion of Council computer connectivit
Administrator Melena provided an update on this issue.
G. Update on Event Partnerships with Stillwater.
Communit Development Director Danielson gave an update on how Oak Park Heights may
partner with Stillwater to provide parking for the Stillwater Art Crawl and Lumberjack Da
events.
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H. NSP Council Liaison.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b B moved to appoint Councilmember Swenson to
act as NSP Council Liaison. Carried 5 - 0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Byrne moved to adjourn at 8:53 p.m. Carried 5 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
4 , 1) `Th ,
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
•
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, MAY 25, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: Cit Attorne Vierling, Cit
Planner Richards, Public Works Director Johnson, Cit Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, Community
Development Director Danielson, Administrator Melena and Administrative Secretar Schleusner. Absent:
Councilmember B
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to
approve the Agenda as presented. Carried.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
• A. Planning Commission: Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission had met on
Ma 20, 1999. Administrator Melena reported that the Planning Commission is currentl
accepting applications for a vacanc on the Planning Commission. Councilmember Turn
seconded b Swenson moved to close the position on June 8, 1999 and directed Council to
conduct interviews on that date.
B. Parks Commission: Liz Weaver, Parks Commission member reported that the Parks
Commission met on May 17, 1999. The Commission worked on the 58th Street trail
alignment and is planning on doing a site -walk of that area. The Cit held a tree planting and
a Garden Committee planting on Ma 22, 1999, both of which were successful events. The
Garden Committee held its perennial sale on May 15, 1999 and raised in excess of $1,000.00.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission has
approved the new franchise. The Cable Compan now has 60 da to obtain signatures.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed will be
meeting at Rutherford Elementar School on Ma 25, 1999 and at Withrow Elementar
School on May 26, 1999.
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III Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held on
Thursday, September 9, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Bayport City Hall.
E. Other:
None.
III. Visitors:
A.. Rec Award. Administrative Secretar Schleusner recommended awarding a $25.00 check
to Scott Parker, 5672 Novak Avenue North, for participating in the City's rec program
on Thursday, Ma 20, 1999.
B. Steve Johnson, DNR: Discussion regarding reclaiming the land in lower Oak Park Heights
that was cleared for the new bridge construction and constructing a boat landing with river
access. Mayor Schaaf stated that the City would like to reclaim the housing that was lost during
this process. Mr. Johnson was invited to attend the July or August Planning Commission
meeting regarding these issues.
IV. Consent Agenda:
• A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve Cit Council Minutes — Ma 11, 1999
C. Approve placement of stop sign at southbound Novak Avenue at 55th Street.
D. Approve pa No. 1 to Tower Asphalt, Inc. for 58th Street North - Norell to
Oakgreen.
E. Approve pa No. 1 to Ryan Contracting, Inc. for Kern Center Improvements.
Councilmember Beaudet pulled Item B for changes.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Item B. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
B. Approve City Council Minutes - May 11, 1999 After discussion, Councilmember Swenson,
seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to approve the Minutes as presented. Carried 4 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing to discuss amending Ordinance 205 relating to the composition of the Parks
Commission.
Community Development Director Danielson stated that making these amendments would
• bring the advisor commission bylaws into s This process would include creating Park
Commission b and amending the Planning Commission bylaws.
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• Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to close the Public Hearing at 7:44
p.m. Ordinance 205 amendments approved. Discussion of bylaws and Ordinance 210 tabled
to June 8, 1999. Carried.
VI. New Business:
A. Acceptance of Nanc Putz's resignation and authorization to advertise for Utilit Billing Clerk
position.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to accept Nanc Putz's resignation
and authorize staff to determine departmental needs as far as full-time versus part -time, etc.
Carried 4 - 0.
B. Approve hiring of and set salar for Parks Maintenance Worker and Summer Park
Emplo
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve hiring of Raymond
Nelson as Parks Maintenance Worker at a salary of $13.50 per hour and Summer Park
Employees as follows:
• John Sortedahl at $8.50 per hour
Earl Vielhaber at $8.00 per hour
Jesse Wondra at $7.50 per hour
Scott Szostak at $7.50 per hour
Carried 4 - 0.
C. Set Public Hearing for June 17 Planning Commission Meeting to Consider Amendments
to Section 401.15 of the Oak Park Heights Zoning Ordinance and the 1998 Design
Guidelines to Revise the Process for Development Review.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to set the Public Hearing for
the June 17 Planning Commission Meeting. Carried 3 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet
opposing.
D. Set Public Hearing for June 17 Planning Commission Meeting to Consider Amendments
to the Comprehensive Plan Reflecting Comments of the Metropolitan Council.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet moved to set the Public Hearing for the
June 17 Planning Commission Meeting. Carried 4 - 0.
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VII. old Business:
A. Approval of R Transportation Conditional Use Permit with Planning Commission
Recommendations.
After discussion, Councilmember Beaudet moved to amend the Conditions to include that no
busses shall be started prior to 5:50 a.m., that all heavy maintenance on busses be performed at
other sites and that no identification, advertising, directional or other signage be permitted on
the site. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to amend the Conditions to include that all testing of bus horns
be done off site or after 8:00 a.m. and before 7:00 p.m. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to amend the Conditions to include that a 300' buffer be
required between all bus parking areas and all adjacent residential property. Motion died for lack
of a second.
Ma Schaaf, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve b Resolution, the R
Transportation Conditional Use Permit with Planning Commission recommendations. Roll call
• vote was taken. Carried 3 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
B. Authorization for Surve /Drainage Anal for Stagecoach Trail Industrial Area.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to pull this matter from the
Agenda and place it on the Economic Development Authority Agenda. Carried.
C. Approve amendment to 58th Street construction /57th Street median alignment.
Councilmember Turn seconded b Swenson moved to not include the median in the road
construction. Carried 3 - 1. Mayor Schaaf opposing.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Turn seconded b Swenson moved to adjourn at 8:40 p.m. Carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretar /Deputy Clerk
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, MAY 11, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
City Planner Richards, Public Works Director Johnson, Engineer Postler, Administrative Assistant Mesko
and Administrative Secretary Schleusner. Absent: Administrator Melena, Engineer Shimon, Community
Development Director Danielson and City Engineer Anderlik.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Ma Schaaf requested adding setting a Public Hearing for
amending the TIF District as Item I under New Business. Administrative Assistant Mesko requested
adding awarding bids on the propert located at 5715 Oakgreen Avenue North as Item C under Old
Business. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Carried.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
III 2. Middle St. Croix Watershed District
E. Other
A. Planning Commission: Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission met on Ma
10, 1999 for a site plan review on the propert located at 5650 Memorial Avenue North and
that the Planning Commission recommended approval with recommendations outlined in
Planner Richard's report. The next Planning Commission meeting will be Ma 20, 1999 at
7:00 p.m. at Oak Park Heights Cit Hall.
B. Parks Commission: Public Works Director Johnson reported that the Parks walk - through was
done on May 10, 1999. There will be a tree planting at Swager Park on Saturday, May 22,
1999 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Garden Committee will have a Perennial Sale at
Cover Park on Saturda May 22, 1999 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The next Park
Commission meeting will be on Ma 17, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. at Oak Park Heights City Hall.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission held a
meeting last week and that they are still in the waiting period to receive public comment on the
new franchise. If the Cable Commission approves the franchise, the Cable company will have
60 -days to grant their approval.
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D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed has met
twice since the last Cit Council meeting. The held a meeting with the Cit of Stillwater to
agree on the acceptance of the AUAR. The continue to work on flooding issues north of town.
Micdd/e St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held on
Thursda Ma 13, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Bayport Cit Hall.
E. Other:
Public Works Director Johnson reported that the Spring Clean -up was held on Saturda May
8, 1999 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. He stated that overall, the clean -up was a success. There
will be a fall clean -up scheduled for some time in late September or earl October.
III. Visitors:
None.
• A. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Liz Smith, 13125 56th Street North, for participating in the City's rec program on
Thursda May 6, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments
B. Approve City Council Minutes — April 27, 1999
C. Approval Final Payment for Autumn Ridge 3rd Addition
D. Approve Trees for Swager Park Tree Grant Planting
E. Approve Final Payment for City Hall Remodeling
Mayor Schaaf pulled Item D, April 27, 1999 City Council Minutes for clarification of changes.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Item B. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
B. Approve City Council Minutes - April 27, 1999 After clarification, Councilmember Turnquist,
seconded b Byrne moved to approve the Cit Council Minutes for April 27, 1999 as amended.
Carried.
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Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing to discuss amending Ordinance 205 relating to the composition of the Parks
Commission - recommend that this item be tabled until May 25, 1999 Council meeting.
Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Beaudet moved to table this matter to the Ma 25,
1999 Council meeting. Carried.
VI. New Business:
A. Approve appointment of Judy Holst, Finance Director, as Interim City Administrator.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the appointment. Carried.
B. Amendment to 58th Street construction to allow for a planted median on east end of street.
Administrative Assistant Mesko gave a brief update on the proposed amendment, staff was
directed to investigate land acquisition, pricing, issues related to east side of Oakgreen and
financing options. Carried.
• C. Authorization to request a traffic stud from the State for 58th Street to determine speed
limits.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to authorize the traffic stud Carried.
D. Discussion of Washington Count aerial photographing of the count
Administrative Assistant Mesko stated that this could be done at a cost of approximatel
$3,000.00 for photographing the Cit limits and approximatel $5,000.00 for aerial
photographs showing the current Cit limits and those areas considered in the
Comprehensive Plan. Councilmember Turn seconded b Beaudet moved to authorize
staff to contact Washington Count and rela the Cit interest in finding out more about
this project.
E. Approval of site plan for an office /warehouse building at 5650 Memorial Avenue North
within the Kern Center with Planning Commission recommendations.
Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval of this
site plan with the nine conditions outlined in the Planner's report dated Ma 4, 1999.
Staff directed to prepare engineering information and information related to ordinance
changes (curb and gutter requirements and site plan review polic Councilmember
• Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to approve the site plan with conditions. Carried.
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• F. Request for Worizsession Hiatus.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Swenson moved to cancel the worksessions for the
months of June, July, August, September and October and if a worksession was needed, it
will be scheduled for one hour preceding the first Council meeting of the month.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet moved to amend the motion to include the
month of Ma Carried 4 - 1. Ma Schaaf opposing.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to eliminate the worksessions for the months of Ma
through October, 1999. Carried 4 - 1. Ma Schaaf opposing.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Turnquist moved to set a worksession for 6:00 p.m.
until 7:00 p.m. on May 25, 1999 to discuss audit and lighting issues. Carried 5 - 0.
G. VS SA Bonding.
Attorne Vierling gave a brief update on the status of the bonds and stated that he had no
objections to the sale of $8,000,000 of bonds. Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember
Swenson moved Resolution 99 -05 -23 a Resolution Providing for the Issuance and Sale of
Elderly Housing Revenue Refunding Bonds (Boutwells Landing Project), Series 1999A to
Provide Funds for an Elderl Housing Project, on Behalf of Valle Senior Services
Alliance. Carried 4 - 0 - 1. Councilmember Byrne abstaining.
H. Authorization to send correspondence to local legislators regarding House Omnibus Tax
Bill.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to authorize staff to send
correspondence. Carried.
Set Public Hearing for Amending TIF District.
Mayor Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Turnquist moved to set a Public Hearing for
June 22, 1999 to amend the current TIF District. Carried.
VII. Old Business:
A. Street Lighting.
Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended discussing this matter at the Ma 25th
worksession and will present information to Council at that time.
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• B. Approve bids for 57th Street Extension to Oakgreen Avenue.
Administrative Assistant Mesko stated that one bid was received for this project from Tower
Asphalt in the amount of $251,248.75.
Allan Stevens, 14300 57th St. N. and Larr Simonson, 14301 57th Street North were
present and both addressed Council as to their opposition to the road extension.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to approve the bid from Tower
Asphalt in the amount of $251,248.75. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet opposed.
C. Approve bids on 5715 Oakgreen Avenue North.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to award the bid to Semple Building
Movers, Inc. in the amount of $15,157.80. Carried 5 - 0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember B seconded b Swenson moved to adjourn at 8:17 p.m. Carried.
Respectfull submitted,
4.6'L 177 )d
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deput Clerk
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Community Development Director Danielson, Engineer Anderlik, City Planner Richards, Public Works
Director Johnson, Administrative Assistant Mesko and Administrative Secretary Schleusner. Absent:
Administrator Melena, Engineer Shimon.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Councilmember Beaudet requested adding appointing an
alternate City Representative for NSP Meetings as Item B under New Business. Councilmember
Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
II. Department/Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Water Management Organization
E. Other
• A. Planning Commission: Planner Richards reported that the next Planning Commission will be
Ma 20, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Oak Park Heights City Hall.
B. Parks Commission: Margie Schwartzbauer, Parks Commission member reported that there will
be a tree planting at Swager Park on May 22, 1999 from 9:00 a.m. until noon and there will
be a spring park walk - through on May 10, 1999 at 6:00 p.m. beginning at Brekke Park. She
also reported that the Parks Commission recommends Council to approve the Parks
Comprehensive Plan and that they would also recommend that the Council approve the 58th
Street trail as it is currently. The next Parks Commission meeting will be held on May 17,
1999 at 6:30 p.m.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission held a
Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 21, 1999. The Public Hearing will remain open for
written comment until May 19, 1999.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed meeting
had been cancelled.
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• Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held on
Thursda May 13, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Ba Cit Hall.
E. Other:
Administrative Assistant Mesko requested Council approve the Request for Payment on the
58th Street project. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve the
Request for Pa Carried.
III. Visitors:
Donna Gray, 14812 58th St. N. thanked Council for changing the due date on the monthl utilit
billings.
Doug Johnson, Washington County Attorne introduced himself and asked the Council if there were
an questions or comments for him at this time.
A. Rec Award. Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Henr Gullickson, 5535 Oakgreen Place North, for participating in the Cit rec
program on Thursda April 22, 1999.
Q . Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve Cit Council Minutes — April 13, 1999.
C. Approve Board of Review Meeting Minutes - April 6, 1999.
D. Approve Central St. Croix Valley Joint Cable Communication Commission Joint and
Cooperative Agreement.
E. Acceptance of Draft Comprehensive Sanitar Sewer Plan.
F. Approval of Tree Planting Bids.
Attorne Vierling requested pulling Item D for minor corrections. Councilmember Turnquist,
seconded b B moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus Item D. Roll call vote was
taken. Carried 5 - 0.
D. Approve Central St. Croix Valley Joint Cable Communication Commission Joint and
Cooperative Agreement. After correcting one minor t error,
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b B moved to approve the Central St. Croix
Valle Joint Cable Communication Commission Joint and Cooperative Agreement.
Carried.
V. Public Hearings:
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None.
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VI. New Business:
A. Approve Resolution 99- 04 -22, A Resolution Approving Certain Fees and Standards as they
Relate to the City of Oak Park Heights and Water Meters.
After a brief discussion, Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to Approve
Resolution 99 -04 -22 Approving Certain Fees and Standards as they Relate to the City of Oak
Park Heights and Water Meters. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0. Councilmember
Turnquist absent for vote.
B. Appoint City Representative for NSP Meetings.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Schaaf moved to appoint Councilmember Mark
Swenson as the Oak Park Heights Representatives for the NSP Meetings. Carried.
VII. Old Business:
A. Approval of VSSA General Plan of Development Phase I, Boutwell's Landing.
• After a brief overview of the General Plan, Mayor Schaaf, seconded b Beaudet moved to
approve the latest VS SA trail plan suggestion for trail placement between River Hills and
VS SA. Oak Park Heights resident Joe McQuillan was present at the meeting and stated his
strong opposition to the trail being put in behind his property. Carried 3 - 1 - 1.
Councilmember Turnquist opposing and Byrne abstaining.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the trail plan subject to final
walk - through and approval b City Council prior to paving the trails. Carried.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the VS SA General Plan
of Development Phase I, Boutwell's Landing. Carried 3 - 1 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet
opposing and Byrne abstaining.
Councilmember B stated her reason abstaining on the VS SA project is because she is an
emplo of Lakeview Hospital, who is a partner in this project.
B. Parks Commission recommendation for 58th Street Trail.
Community Development Director Danielson gave a brief update on what the Parks
Commission recommendations were regarding the 58th Street trail. She stated that the Parks
Commission was recommending that the eight foot wide bituminous trail to be constructed as
ill part of the 58th Street extension be located adjacent to the roadwa as shown on the attached
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• chipped trail be located within the 150 foot zone located immediatel north of the River Hills
development. Council accepted the Parks Commission original recommendation.
C. Stillwater Investment Corporation.
Mike Gair, Stillwater Investment Corporation, gave a brief presentation regarding the situation
with his property that is currentl located in Lake Elmo. Mr. Gair is requesting Oak Park
Heights' support in simultaneous detachment from Lake Elmo and attachment to Oak Park
Heights. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Ma Schaaf directed staff to work with
Lake Elmo to resolve this issue. Carried.
Break from 8:30 p.m. - 8:42 p.m.
D. R Transportation Conditional Use Permit Approval with Planning Commission
Recommendations.
Administrative Assistant Mesko reported that staff had received a written request from R
requesting a 30 -day extension of final approval on this matter. Councilmember B
seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to grant the 30 -day extension. Carried 3 - Councilmembers
Beaudet and Turnquist opposing.
Councilmember Swenson directed staff to contact the cities of Oakdale and Shoreview, both
of which house bus garages, and find out if there have been an complaints from neighbors
regarding noise, pollution, etc.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Beaudet moved to table this matter to the Ma 25
Council Meeting at which time Council will make a final decision. Carried.
E. Stillwater Area High School Ropes Course Conditional Use Permit Approval with Planning
Commission Recommendations.
Administrative Assistant Mesko stated that the Planning Commission is recommending
Council approve this CUP with the conditions outlined in the Planner's report of April 20,
1999. Councilmember Swenson moved to refer this matter to the Cit Mediator for resolution.
Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to grant the CUP with the conditions that the school install
two 10 -foot or 12 -foot fences to secure the area and also to install motion detectors to aide in
security. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve the request and amending
0 11° the Resolution to provide that the hours of operation shall follow the school calendar set by
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• School District #834. Carried 3 - 2. Councilmembers B and Swenson opposed.
F. Burger King PUD /Conditional Use Permit Amendment and Variance request - approval of
Planning Commission Recommendations.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Burger King request
with conditions as set forth by the Planning Commissions. Carried.
G. Secure Mini - Storage PUD /Conditional Use Permit approval with Planning Commission
Recommendations.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Byrne moved to approve Secure Mini - Storage
PUD /CUP with conditions as set forth b the Planning Commission. Carried.
H. H.S.I. Conditional Use Permit approval with Planning Commission Recommendations.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the H.S.I. CUP with
conditions as set forth b the Planning Commission. Carried.
Approval of Comprehensive Parks and Trail System plan with Parks Commission
• Recommendations.
After brief discussion regarding minor language changes, Councilmember Turnquist, seconded
b Beaudet moved to approve the Comprehensive Parks and Trail System. Carried.
J. Set a Public Hearing for Ma 20, 1999 for a 120-clay Moratorium.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to set the Moratorium until June 30,
1999. Motion failed with a 2 - 3 vote. Councilmembers Turnquist, Swenson and Beaudet
voting against.
After further discussion, Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to
reconsider setting the Moratorium until June 30, 1999. Carried 3 - 2. Councilmembers
Turnquist and Swenson opposed.
K. Set a Public Hearing for May 20, 1999 Planning Commission to consider rezoning land to
Central Business District zoning.
Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Beaudet moved to se the Public Hearing for May
20, 1999 to consider rezoning land to Central Business District zoning. Motion was
withdrawn to reconsider placing a Moratorium upon the Central Business District.
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• L. Set a Public Hearing for May 20, 1999 to amend Ordinance 205 regarding Parks
Commission.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to set a Public Hearing for May 11, 1999
instead of May 20, 1999 to amend Ordinance 205 regarding Parks Commission. Carried.
M. Approval of Advisory Commission Bylaws.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to table approval of the B
until after the Ordinance 205 has been amended. Carried.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember B seconded by Swenson moved to adjourn at 10:13 p.m. Carried.
Respectfully submitted,
4 64e 4. , - I /
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
111/ CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: Cit Attorney Vierling,
Engineer Shimon, Communit Development Director Danielson, Engineer Anderlik, City Planner Richards,
Public Works Director Johnson, Administrative Assistant Mesko and Administrative Secretary Schleusner.
Absent: Administrator Melena.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Councilmember Beaudet requested adding appointing an
alternate Cit Representative for Coalition of Utilit Cities Meetings as Item H under Old Business
and adding Personal Propert Tax county -wide mailing as Item I under Old Business. Councilmember
Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
1. Cable Franchise Executive Summar
2. Cable Attorne
D. Water Management Organizations
• 1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Water Management Organization
E. Other
Update from MnDOT bridge meeting with Stillwater, Washington County, and Sunnyside
residents
A. Planning Commission: Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission met on
Thursday, April 8, 1999 and recommended approving the first phase of the VSSA project and
approving amending Section 402 of the Code of Ordinances for Park Dedication
Requirements. He also reported that the Planning Commission will meet on Thursday, April
15, 1999 to discuss the Stillwater High School's Rope Course Conditional Use Permit, the
Human Services, Inc. Conditional Use Permit, lower Oak Park Heights rezoning and
redevelopment issues, Burger King signage and Secure Mini - Storage expansion issues.
B. Parks Commission: Communit Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission met on Monda April 5, 1999 and reviewed VSSA's proposed changes to the
park and trail system. She also reported that the Parks Commission recommends approval of
the Advisory Parks Commission Bylaws. The next Parks Commission meeting will be Monda
April 19, 1999 at 6:30 p.m.
• C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission had
tentativel approved the new franchise agreement. Councilmember Turnquist also reported that
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1111 the Cable Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 21, 1999 at 7:30 p.m.
at Stillwater City Hall. The Commission has until May 19, 1999 to obtain final approval of
the franchise agreement. Mr. Bob Voss, Attorne for the Cable Commission was present and
gave a summar presentation of the franchise ordinance.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed has the
legislation looking into allowing state money to be loaned to the Watershed to complete the
project. The Watershed is working on dealing with the area that was annexed b Stillwater and
deals with storm water run -off affecting Long Lake and Lake McKusick.
Midd/e St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the next meeting will be held on
Thursday, May 13, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Bayport City Hall.
E. Other:
Mayor Schaaf reported that representatives from Oak Park Heights had met with MnDOT,
City of Stillwater and Washington Count to discuss bridge access issues. The next meeting
will be held at the Washington Count Public Works Facility.
•II. Visitors:
None.
A. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Jean Jacoby, 5585 Ozark Avenue North, for participating in the City's recycling program on
Thursda April 8, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve City Council Minutes — March 23, 1999.
C. Resolution 99- 04 -21, A Resolution Approving the Application of Eagles Aerie 94,
Stillwater for Gambling Control Board Premises Permit for Operation of Gambling
Activities with the Cit of Oak Park Heights.
D. Approve Change Order No. 1 for 58th Street Improvement Project.
E. Approval of Agreement for Fire Inspection Services.
Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Beaudet moved to approve the Consent Agenda
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
•r. Public Hearings:
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• None.
VI. New Business:
A. Postal Service Site Selection.
Communit Development Director Danielson reported that the Postal Service has notified the
Cit as to site selection for the future location of their carrier facilit She recommended
addressing the following issues: 1) That the Cit preference for the facilit to be located
within a locall developed and owned business park at the same location rather than a building
owned b the tax exempt Postal Service 2) That the Postal Service adhere to the Cit Design
Guidelines and conformit within the B -3 Zoning District and 3) That the official name of
the carrier facilit to be "Oak Park Heights Carrier Annex ". Council also recommended that
the Postal Service consider offering a broader selection of services, such as selling stamps, mail
drop -off, etc. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet directed staff to respond to the
Postal Service's letter to include the four issues above. Carried.
B. Approval of Advisor Parks Commission B
After discussion of length of terms and absenteeism, Councilmember Swenson, seconded b
• B moved to approve the B as presented. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b
Ma Schaaf amended the Motion to table the issue for further discussion at the next
Council Worksession. Carried.
C. Arbor Da Proclamation.
Ma Schaaf reported that he had attended the Tree Cit Recognition Dinner and the Cit
had received a pla Councilmember Turn seconded b Beaudet moved to approve
the Proclamation proclaiming April 30, 1999 to be Arbor Da and the month of Ma
1999 to be Arbor Month. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0. Administrative Assistant
Mesko also reported that there will be tree planting at Swager Park on Ma 22, 1999.
VII. Old Business:
A. Approval of First Amendment to VSSA Developer's Agreement.
Attorney Vierling reported that he had received confirmation that the funds are in place for this
project and that the Amendment reflects the change in funding (escrow) and land acquisition
items. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Mayor Schaaf moved to approve the First
Amendment to VSSA Developer's Agreement. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting
against.
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B. Approval of VS SA General Plan of Development Phase I, Boutwell's Landing.
Planner Richards stated that the Planning Commission had reviewed and recommended
approving the General Plan of Development Phase I, Boutwell's Landing with conditions set
forth in his memo dated April 9, 1999. Councilmember Swenson stated that he would not
agree to deviation from the Count road naming system. Barb Barr gave a brief presentation
of the changes to the plan. Joe McQuillan, 5558 Novak Avenue, and Scott Seaborg, 5562
Novak Avenue, both addressed Council and stated that the were opposed to the trail being
placed within the western 150 foot buffer of the River Hills Addition. After discussion,
Councilmember Beaudet moved to table this matter to the next Council meeting. Motion died
for lack of a second.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to rezone the property to PUD.
Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
Councilmember B seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to approve the Phase 1, Stage 1 Plan
and also to include the trail s as proposed b the Parks Commission. Motion carried 4 -
1. Councilmember Turn voting against.
• Councilmember B seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to approve the General Plan, Phase
1, Stage 1. Motion failed 3 - 2. Councilmembers Turn and Beaudet voting against.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to table this matter to the April
20th Council Worksession for further discussion. Carried.
Break from 9:22 p.m. to 9:36 p.m.
C. Discuss amending Section 402 of the Code of Ordinances for Park Dedication Requirements.
Cit Planner Richards stated that there were three proposed changes to the Ordinance and that
the primar reason for making these changes was to equalize the current inequit in the
formulas between land and cash dedication amounts. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b
B moved to approve amending Section 402 of the Code of Ordinances for Park Dedication
Requirements. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
D. Approval of Letter of Intent to MnDOT for lift station at Kern Center.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Byrne moved to approve the Letter of Intent. Carried.
E. Discussion of Development Moratorium for the Central Business District.
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• Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Byrne moved to table this matter to the April 27,
1999 Council Meeting. Carried.
F. Request for modification to the building code sprinkling requirements.
Steven Kelly, of Bannigan and Kell Attorney for Will Zintl addressed the Council and stated
his clients position with regard to installing sprinklers in his buildings. Mr. Zintl was
requesting an extension of time to sprinkle his buildings due to the cost involved.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Byrne moved to extend the timeline to July 1, 2000
to have the entire building sprinkled. Carried.
G. Discussion of status of 58th Street trail realignment.
After discussion, Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to refer this matter
back to the Parks Commission for recommendations. Carried.
H. NSP Representation.
Councilmember Beau8det, seconded by Turnquist moved to appoint Mayor Schaaf as the
alternate representative for these meetings. Carried.
• I. NSP Mailing.
After a brief discussion, this matter was referred to the April 20th Worksession.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember B seconded by Swenson moved to adjourn at 10:38 p.m. Carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deput Clerk
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• CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING
TUESDAY, APRIL 6, 1999
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Schaaf called the annual Board of Review meeting to order
at 7:02 p.m. Present: Councilmembers Turnquist, Swenson, and Beaudet. Staff Present:
City Attorney Vierling, Administrative Assistant Mesko, Administrative Secretary
Schleusner, Community Development Director Danielson and Public Works Director
Johnson. Washington County staff: Scott Hovet, County Assessor, Mike Henderson,
Property Appraiser and Becky Radke, Property Appraiser.
Joseph Carufel, 14625 - 57th Street North.
Mr. Carufel asked whether or not re- roofing his house was included in the
valuation. Mr. Hovet stated that no, it was not included because re- roofing is
considered a maintenance item, not an improvement.
Gary Howe, 13210 56th Street North.
Mr. Howe stated that he felt is valuation was too high. He stated that he feels he
is being taxed out of his home and that his property should be valued at a lesser
amount. He also stated that he is being taxed on 100% of the property value.
Scott Hovet stated that the County had already adjusted his value down
• $15,000.00.
ADJOURNMENT: Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist move to adjourn
the annual Board of Review meeting at 7:39 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
yA 1.
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary/Deputy Clerk
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling, Engineer
Shimon, Community Development Director Danielson, Engineer Anderlik, City Planner Richards, and
Administrative Assistant Mesko. Absent: Councilmember Beaudet, Administrator Melena and Administrative
Secretary Schleusner.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrative Assistant Mesko requested clarification of the
Sanitary Sewer Plan and the Funding of the DNR Conservation Grant and also requested adding
authorization for staff to advertise for Planning Commission member as Item D of New Business.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Water Management Organization
• E. Other.
A. Planning Commission: Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission will meet
on Thursday, April 8, 1999 to discuss the first phase of the VSSA project, hold a Publi
Hearing for park dedication and for the Commission to receive training. He also reported that
the Planning Commission will meet on Thursday, April 15, 1999 to discuss the Stillwater
High School's Rope Course Conditional Use Permit, the Human Services, Inc. Conditional
Use Permit, lower Oak Park Heights rezoning and redevelopment issues and possibly Burger
King and Secure Mini- Storage expansion.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission will meet on Monday, April 5, 1999 and Monday, April 19, 1999. They will be
finalizing their Parks Comprehensive Plan and will also be meeting with VSSA to discuss their
park and trail plan revisions.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission had
tentatively approved the new franchise agreement. The Attorney for the Cable Commission will
be at the next Oak Park Heights City Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 13, 1999 to explain
the franchise. Councilmember Tumquist also reported that the Cable Commission will hold
a Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 21, 1999 at 7:30 p.m. at Stillwater City Hall. The
Commission has until May 19, 1999 to obtain final approval of the franchise agreement.
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Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed has the
legislation looking into allowing state mone to be loaned to the Watershed to complete the
project.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet was not present to report.
E. Other:
Ma Schaaf reported that he and Councilmember Turnquist had attended a meeting with
MnDOT to discuss the Highwa 36 /Osgood Avenue interchange. The next joint meeting with
Oak Park Heights, Stillwater and MnDOT will be held on Monda April 5, 1999.
III. Visitors:
Rick Roth stated that he is interested in purchasing the lot located at 13841 60th Street North to put
in a used truck lot. Mr. Roth stated that he is concerned about the rezoning of that propert in that
his business will be non - conforming and a Conditional Use Permit would be required.
• A. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Douglas R. Johnson, 5676 Oldfield Avenue North, for participating in the Cit rec
program on Thursda March 18, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve City Council Minutes — March 9, 1999.
C. Personnel Issues
1. Approve AFSCME Contract
2. Approve back pa
3. Approve adoption of non - police educational standard
D. Award bids for AS400 computer system
E. Approve mileage reimbursement polic
F. Approve finalization of police door
G. Approve request for police computer upgrades
H. Correspondence regarding CUP request
Councilmember Turnquist seconded b B moved to approve the Consent Agenda Roll call
vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
• A. Tree Protection Ordinance.
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Administrative Assistant Mesko reported that the Public Hearing on this issue was opened
February 23, 1999. Council has now received a final draft implementing the changes
requested. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to close the Public
Hearing at 7:25 p.m. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to adopt the Tree
Protection Ordinance. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
VI. New Business:
A. Approve Ma 8, 1999 for Cit Spring Clean -up.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to approve May 8, 1999 for the City's
Spring Clean -up.
B. Approve August 8„ 1999 for Part in the Park.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve August 8, 1999 for the
Part in the Park.
C. Adoption of 1999 Strategic Plannino Goals and Definitions.
III Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Turnquist moved to adopt Resolution 99- 03 -19, A
Resolution Adopting Strategic Planning Goals for 1999 - 2000 for the Cit of Oak Park
Heights. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
D. Approval of staff to advertise for Planning Commission vacancy.
Council authorized staff to proceed with advertising for this position.
VII. Old. Business:
A. Adoption of 1999 Comprehensive Plan.
Administrative Assistant Mesko and Cit Planner Richards gave a brief review of the changes
to the Comprehensive Plan. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to
approve the Comprehensive Plan, contingent upon Metropolitan Council approval. Roll call vote
was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to direct staff to draft a 120 -da
Moratorium Resolution for the Central Business District to be adopted at the April 13, 1999
City Council Meeting.
• 1. Approval of Sewer Plan/Executive Summary.
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Engineer Anderlik reported that in the future, the Metropolitan Council will
expand the regulation rules of future sewer eliminating some on the lift stations.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Sewer
Plan/Executive Summary as submitted. Carried.
2. Approval of Park Plan/Executive Summary.
Councilmember Byrne, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Park
Plan/Executive Summar Carried.
B. Street Reconstruction.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the street reconstruction plan
with scheduled changes. Carried.
C. Ryder Extension.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to den the Ryder extension if
materials are not received in full by Friday, March 26, 1999. Carried.
li D. Prairie Restoration and Trail Grant.
Ma Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Turnquist moved to approve the Prairie
Restoration and Trail Grant with matching funds of $ 1,100.00 to come from the Park
Development Fund. Carried.
il Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to recess to the Economic Development Authority
meeting at 8:07 p.m.
VIII. Adjournment:
Mayor Schaaf, seconded b Turnquist moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 8:11 p.m.
Carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary/Deput Clerk
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
MARCH 9, 1999, 9:00 P.M.
CANCELLED
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Administrator Melena, Engineer Shimon, Community Development Director Danielson, Engineer Anderlik,
Cit Planner Richards, Administrative Assistant Mesko, and Administrative Secretary Schleusner. Absent:
None.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena requested adding A Resolution
Supporting the Repeal of Sales Tax on Local Government Purchases as Item E under New Business.
Councilmember Beaudet requested adding River Hills Linear Park as Item F under New Business and
Council Meeting date change as Item H under Old Business. Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by
B moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Carried.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
• B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
2. Middle St. Croix Water Management Organization
E. Other.
A. Planning Commission: City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission held
a meeting on Thursday, March 4, 1999 regarding the Stillwater High School Ropes Course
and that the matter has been moved to April 15, 1999. There will be a Public Hearing
regarding VS SA on the March 18, 1999 meeting but no action will be taken at that time.
Planner Richards also reported that he will look into the status of the Ryder Transportation
issue and that the Carriage Homes proposal has been withdrawn. The next Planning
Commission meeting will be held March 18, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
B. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Commission held a worksession on March 1, 1999 at which time the worked extensively on
the Parks Comprehensive Plan. The next Parks Commission meeting will be held March 15,
1999 at 6:30 p.m. during which they will be working on their bylaws and VSSA's latest plan.
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• C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission had not
met since the last Cit Council Meeting. He also reported that members had met with
MediaOne and another meeting has been scheduled for March 18, 1999.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Brown's Creek Watershed had met
on March 8, 1999. The next meeting will be held March 11, 1999 at 8:30 a.m.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that there will be a meeting held on March
11, 1999 at Bayport City Hall at 7:00 p.m.
E. Other:
None.
III. Visitors:
None.
• A. Rec Award. Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Dylan Bell, 15051 63rd Street North, for participating in the Cit recycling program on
Thursda March 4, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve City Council Minutes — Februar 23, 1999.
C. Approve Whitetails Unlimited Raffle License.
D. Board of Review Meeting Date (Tuesday, April 6, 1999, 7:00 p.m.).
E. Goal Setting Reminder.
Councilmember Turnquist pulled Item B, Approve City Council Minutes of February 23,
1999.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Item B. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
After minor corrections, Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve
the February 23, 1999 Minutes as amended. Carried 5 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Krongard PUD Amendment.
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The Public Hearing was opened at 7:13 p.m. Cit Planner Richards stated that Mr. Krongard
was requesting an amendment to go back to his original plan of building an 8 -plex rather than
a 6 -plex and that the Planning Commission had no objections to this. Planner Richards
recommended granting the amendment with the following conditions: that Mr. Krongard
submit a new landscape plan, final grading plan and stormwater drainage plan and that the park
dedication fees be adjusted to reflect an additional two units. After hearing no further
comments, Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to close the Public
Hearing at 7:16 p.m. Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the
PUD amendment with those conditions recommended b Planner Richards. Carried.
VI. New Business:
A. Legislative Conference.
Administrator Melena referred to correspondence received regarding the League of Minnesota
Cities 1999 Legislative Conference. Staff to make reservations for Councilmembers wishing
to attend this conference.
B. Central Business District Memorandum of Understanding.
• Administrator Melena referred to the Memorandum of Understanding etween the Cit of
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Oak Park Heights and the major land owners of undeveloped land in the Central Business
District. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet moved to authorize staff to sign
the Memorandum of Understanding. Carried.
C. BRW Contract Proposal.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b B moved to authorize staff to proceed with this
contract with BRW regarding the design for the Central Business District at a cost of
$10,000.00. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
D. Road Improvement Request.
Administrator Melena referred to correspondence received from Sigstad's Mill Direct Carpet
requesting the Cit to improve the right of wa adjacent to the propert owned b Dar
Haase, for which the have an offer to purchase. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b
Beaudet authorized staff to communicate with Mr. Sigstad that the Cit has no plans to
improve the right of wa at this time. Carried.
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• E. Letter from League of Minnesota Cities regarding sales tax on local government purchases.
Administrator Melena recommended Council to approve a Resolution Supporting Repeal of
the State Sales Tax for Local Government Purchases. Councilmember Turnquist,
seconded b Swenson moved to approve this Resolution. Roll call vote was taken. Carried
5 - 0.
F. River Hills Linear Park.
Councilmember Beaudet stated that if the 58th Street road connection goes through, he
would like to recommend the Parks Commission to modif the plan and find an alternate
site for the park trail due to the fact that it would run along the roadside. He recommended
moving it to the 150' buffer. Cit Engineer Anderlik stated that there could be a possible
cost increase /change order. Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b B directed staff to
work on this issue and return to Council with recommendations. Carried.
VII. Old Business:
A. Receipt and Approval of 1999 Comp. Plan.
• After a brief review of changes regarding proposed land use, Cit Planner Richards recommended
that Council approve this plan. He also stated that the Cit needs to have this plan to the Met
Council b March 31, 1999. Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to
accept receipt of this plan, review it again during the next worksession and adopt it at the next
City Council Meeting on March 23, 1999. Carried.
B. VSSA Financial Guarantee.
After a brief recap, Administrator Melena recommended not proceeding on this matter without
a financial guarantee. Dan Lindh of Presb Homes provided Council with an update
regarding the bonds. Administrator Melena recommended Council pass a Resolution changing
the bonds with the following conditions: that it be an escrow account, no mix and match
between escrow and letter of credit, that there be a 24 -hour notice to withdraw funds, that
VSSA pa $3,000.00 development fee and that VSSA pa all legal and administrative fees
associated with this project. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to pass
the Resolution with the conditions outlined b Administrator Melena. Roll call vote was taken.
Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded
b Byrne moved to amend the Development Agreement and authorize staff to sign off with the
condition that final approval of lighting be given b Council. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember
Beaudet voting against.
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C. Cit Hall Road Construction Project.
Cit Engineer Anderlik presented Council with the new design. Administrator Melena gave an
update on the new design and price4 of this project and recommended Council to either vote
it up or down. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to authorize staff to
proceed with this project. Councilmember Beaudet moved to table this matter until after a
public hearing and a meeting with the affected neighbors can be held. Motion died for lack of
a second. Original motion passed 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
D. Fire Inspection Update.
Administrator Melena reported that staff had discussion with Ba regarding fire inspection
fees and a contract. Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Turnquist moved to approve this
contract with Ba Fire Department and set the fee for $50.00 per inspection. Carried
5 - 0.
Councilmember B seconded b Turn moved to allow Ba Fire Department use
of the Bell propert for smoke training on March 22, April 12 and April 26, as well as the
possibility of weekend training during the remainder of March and all of April provided that the
• Fire Department notifies all neighbors as to the time and date of these drills. Carried 5 - 0.
E. Police Contract Update.
Administrator Melena reported that the Police Union Contract has been finalized, signed and
sent to the Police Union.
F. Parks /Planning Meeting Attendance.
Update provided.
G. Burger King Correspondence.
Communit Development Director Danielson reported that Burger King will be going back to
the Planning Department in April regarding their signage. Cit Planner Richards stated that
he would pull Burger King's original plans and review them in regards to signage and their
double drive- through.
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H. Council Meeting Date Change.
Councilmember Beaudet requested that the Cit Council Meeting scheduled for March 23,
1999 be moved to March 30, 1999 due to the fact that he will be out of town. It was decided
that the meeting will remain scheduled for March 23, 1999 at 7:00 p.m.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to cancel the EDA Meeting scheduled for 9:00 p.m.
March 9, 1999. Carried 5 - 0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to adjourn at 8:27 p.m. Carried.
Respectfully submitted,
40et {YL ,e5OLOatid-h_e71
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretar /Deput Clerk
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III CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. b Ma Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson and Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling,
Administrator Melena, Engineer Shimon, Communit Development Director Danielson, Engineer Anderlik,
City Arborist Widin, Public Works Director Johnson, Administrative Assistant Mesko, and Administrative
Secretary Schleusner. Absent: Cit Planner Richards.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Administrator Melena requested adding VS SA correspondence
as Item F under Old Business. Councilmember Beaudet requested adding cit correspondence as Item
G under Old Business. Councilmember Swenson requested adding Resolution 99 -02 -15 as Item C
under New Business. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the Agenda
as amended. Carried.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
II 2. Middle St. Croix Water Management Organization
E. Other.
A. Planning Commission: Mike Dahlquist reported that the next Planning Commission Meeting
is scheduled for Thursda March 4, 1999 and they will have a Public Hearing on the Ropes
Course at that meeting. He also reported that the Planning Commission had unanimousl
voted to maintain the present structure of the Planning Commission and not to add alternates.
B. Parks Commission: Nothing to report.
C. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission is still in
franchise negotiations. The current franchise was to end on February 21, 1999 but the
Attorney for the Cable Commission had recommended extending the franchise for one month.
The new deadline for the franchise is March 18, 1999.
D. Water Management Organizations
Browns Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that Administrator Melena, Dan Edgerton
from Bonestroo and himself had met with Brown's Creek Watershed regarding their rules and
how they pertain to Oak Park Heights. He stated that Brown's Creek will accept Oak Park
III Heights' water management plan and that there were also discussions regarding the flooding in
Grant Township.
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Midd/ St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that there will be a meeting held on March
11, 1999 at Bayport City Hall at 7:00 p.m.
E. Other:
None.
Visitors:
A. Senator Gar Laidig. Mayor Schaaf reported that Administrator Melena and himself had meet
with Dick Braun and Commissioner Tinklenberg and toured the new bridge site. He also
reported that he and staff had attended a meeting with MnDOT regarding the Highwa 36
Construction and the new bridge. Councilmember Beaudet brought up the Personal Property
Tax issue as it pertains to the NSP Plant. Councilmember Turnquist stated that he would like
to see the lev limits ended. Senator Laidig was invited to attend the Cit of Oak Park
Heights' next worksession to be held on March 16, 1999 at 6:00 p.m.
B. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Todd Scheel, 13922 56th Street North, for participating in the City's recycling program on
4 1 1 11.
Thursda Februar 18, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve Cit Council Minutes — Februar 9, 1999.
C. Approve application for a one da gambling license.
D. Authorize staff to go out for bids for AS400 computer replacement system.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by B moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Continuation of Public Hearing to discuss amending Ordinance 203, An Ordinance
Regulating Employee Relations.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:34 p.m. Administrator Melena recommended that
Council approve the amended Ordinance 203. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:39 p.m.
Councilmember Beaudet requested that Council should be a "report to" on sexual harassment
issues. After discussion, Councilmember Swenson, seconded by B moved to approve the
amended Ordinance 203. Roll Call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet
• voting against.
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• B. Public Hearing to discuss establishing an Ordinance relating to the protection of trees and other
vegetative growth in Oak Park Heights.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:54 p.m. Cit Arborist Widin presented some minor
changes in the language. Councilmember Swenson requested adding a condition allowing
developers to plant trees in other locations than the area being developed, while still inside the
Cit of Oak Park Heights. Ma Schaaf stated that he would like to have the final draft copy
before adopting this Ordinance. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:55 p.m. Councilmember
Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet moved to continue this Public Hearing to March 23, 1999
for final comments from the Parks Commission and for a final draft to be prepared. Carried
5 - 0.
VI. New Business:
A. Set date and budget for State of Cit Recognition.
This matter was set for discussion at the next worksession scheduled for March 16, 1999.
B. Meeting with Met Council Chair Ted Mondale.
Correspondence received.
C. Approve Resolution 99- 02 -15, A Resolution Supporting a Bill Establishing a Firefighter
Training & Reimbursement Program.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to approve Resolution
99- 02 -15. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
VII. Old Business:
A. Request b Councilmember Beaudet for Donation for Stillwater High School students
Universit of Toronto presentation.
Councilmember Beaudet moved to pledge a $100.00 grant to the Financial Agent of Stillwater
High School to allow three students and one chaperone to attend the presentation at the
Universit of Toronto, with the condition that a $100.00 match was provided from an
individual or group within the Cit of Oak Park Heights. Motion died for lack of a second.
B. Ordinance amendment adding alternates to Parks and Planning Commissions.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to table this matter indefinitel
Carried.
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• C. Update on Cit Water S
1. Approval of Master Water Distribution Plan.
Administrator Melena recommended that Council adopt this plan and stated that staff will come
back to Council for approval before implementation. Councilmember Beaudet moved to amend
the plan to remove the parts outside the Oak Park Heights cit boundaries. Motion died for
lack of a second. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b B moved to adopt this as a
concept plan. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
2. Authorization to negotiate interconnect with Stillwater water s
Administrator Melena gave a brief update and recommended that Council authorize staff to
discuss this matter with the Stillwater Water Board. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b
B moved to authorize discussion. Carried 5 - 0.
3. Authorization for siting new well, preparation of plans and specifications.
Councilmember B seconded b Swenson moved to authorize siting of new well and
preparation of plans and specifications. Carried 5 - 0.
4. Authorization to negotiate with Prison for improvements and possible purchase of well.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to authorize negotiations. Carried
5 - 0.
from 8:32 to 8:42 p.m.
D. NSP Issues.
1. Review of Januar 21, 1999 meeting. Administrator Melena provided an update to
Council. Staff and Council will continue to monitor legislature.
2. Review of other NSP issues.
a. Lighting. Update provided. Staff to continue working on this issue.
b. Underground vs. overhead wiring. Update provided.
c. NSP Park Status. Update provided. Councilmember Beaudet requested a
health risk assessment to be done on the fl ash. Communit Development
Director Danielson stated that Washington Count did not feel there were an
significant concerns, although that was not based on factual information. Staff
was directed to commit to writing and request NSP to do a health risk
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d. State permitting /rules issue. Information update provided.
E. Communication from Building Inspector re: Krongard PUD.
After a brief update b Administrator Melena and Mr. Krongard, Councilmember Turnquist,
seconded by Swenson moved to set this matter on for Public Hearing on March 9, 1999 at
7:00 p.m. Carried.
F. VSSA Update.
Update provided. VSSA is preliminaril proposing an escrow account in lieu of a letter of
credit. Councilmember Beaudet moved to maintain the Council's original position to accept
onl a letter of credit or cash. Motion suspended. Councilmember Swenson moved to charge
VSSA $3,000.00 plus actual time expended on this process. Motion suspended.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b B moved to table this matter until final
documentation is provided. Attorne Vierling was directed to add an addendum to the
Development Agreement. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Schaaf moved to authorize
staff to review the proposal b VS SA and report back to Council with a recommendation at the
March 9, 1999 Council meeting.. Carried 4 - 1. Beaudet voting against.
• G. Cit Correspondence.
Council requested staff to provide copies of all correspondence Council directs staff to send.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to adjourn at 9:55 p.m. Carried.
Respectfull submitted,
44a. Juittakm.
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretar /Deput Clerk
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
• CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Deput Ma
Turnquist. Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, and Swenson. Staff present: Cit Attorne Vierling,
Engineer Shimon, Communit Development Director Danielson, Administrative Assistant Mesko, and
Administrative Secretar Schleusner. Absent: Mayor Schaaf, Administrator Melena, City Engineer Anderlik.
Arriving late: City Planner Richards and Public Works Director Johnson.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Deputy Mayor Turnquist pulled Item A under New Business,
Request for Donation. Councilmember Beaudet added an update on the Bayport /Oak Park Heights
Cooperation Meeting as Item E under Department /Council Liaison Reports. Councilmember
Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Carried.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
• 2. Middle St. Croix Water Management Organization
E. Other - Bayport /Oak Park Heights Cooperation Meeting
A. Planning Commission: Mike Dahlquist reported that the next Planning Commission Meeting
is scheduled for Thursda Februar 25, 1999 and the will have a Public Hearing on the
Comprehensive Plan at that time. He also reported that the Planning Commission had
unanimousl voted to hold the Public Hearing on the Stillwater High School's ropes course at
City Hall as part of their regular meeting instead of at the high school. Councilmember
Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved to direct the Planning Commission to hold the ropes
course Public Hearing at City Hall. Carried.
B. Parks Commission: Kevin Furlong reported that the Parks Commission has been working on
a Tree Protection Ordinance and has accepted the Ordinance with a few small language
changes. He also reported that the Parks Commission has had their second worksession on the
Parks Comprehensive Plan and that the Parks Commission has voted on keeping the present
structure of the Parks Commission members and not having an alternate.
C. Cable Commission: Deput Mayor Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission is in
franchise negotiations and has had several meetings with MediaOne.
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D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that Brown's Creek Watershed met on
February 8, 1999 to discuss their rules and Stillwater's AUAR Plan. He also reported that
they have not yet adopted their rules and they will be having a meeting on February 18, 1999
at 8:30 a.m. at the Soil and Water Conservation Office to discuss their rules with the Cit
There will be a meeting of the Washington County League of Local Governments on March
30, 1999. The water governance proposal will be presented at that time.
Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that there will be a meeting held on March
11, 1999 at Ba Cit Hall at 7:00 p.m.
E. Other:
Bayport /Oak Park Heights Strategic Meeting held Februar 3, 1999. Councilmember
Turnquist reported that about 70% of residents between Osgood and 30th Street have signed
a petition in favor of annexation to Bayport. There will be a meeting held with Baytown to
discuss annexation of this area. The next Bayport /Oak Park Heights Strategic Meeting will
be held on March 3, 1999.
Visitor
A. None.
B. Recycling Award. Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Brent Curtis, 14174 53rd Street North, for participating in the City's recycling program on
Thursda Februar 4, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve City Council Minutes — January 26, 1999.
C. Set a Public Hearing to discuss establishing an ordinance relating to the protection of
trees and other vegetative growth in Oak Park Heights.
D. Approve the purchase of new water testing equipment as recommended by Public Works
Director.
E. Approve the appointment of Lynae Byrne as Cable Commission member.
F. Resolution 99 02 - 13, A Resolution Authorizing the Budget Transfer of Tax Increment
Financing Funds to the General Fund.
G. Approve John Ludwig's Contract for Building Services.
• Councilmember Turnquist requested pulling Item B, Approve City Council Minutes - January
26, 1999. Councilmember B requested pulling Item C, Set a Public Hearing to discuss
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an ordinance relating to the protection of trees and other vegetative growth in Oak Park
Heights.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items B and C. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 4 - 0.
B. Approve City Council Minutes: Councilmember Turnquist questioned whether the
Minutes should reflect the land being identified as the Kern Center in Item C of Old
Business. Attorne Vierling stated that the land was identified b legal description in
the Resolution and that the Minutes did not need to be amended in that the Resolution
was referenced therein. Councilmember Beaudet requested the Minutes be amended to
reflect that Councilmember B was appointed as the representative for all of the
Historical Bridge meetings, not just the one held on Januar 27, 1999.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b B moved to approve the Minutes as
amended. Carried 4 - 0.
C. Set a Public Hearing to discuss establishing an Ordinance relating to the protection of
trees and other vegetative growth in Oak Park Heights: Administrative Assistant
Mesko suggested setting the Public Hearing for Februar 23, 1999. Councilmember
Beaudet recommended adding a variance provision. Councilmember B was
• concerned that the Ordinance did not reflect that homeowners will be allowed to remove
trees on their propert for such reasons as adding on to their home, etc. and she
requested that a section be added to this Ordinance outlining this. Communit
Development Director Danielson stated that there was a provision in the Ordinance
that outlined who and what this applied to and did not appl to. She also stated that
there was a provision that a developer could make pa in lieu of tree replacement.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to set the Public Hearing for
Februar 23, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Carried 4 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Public Hearing to discuss amending Ordinance 203, An Ordinance Regulating Employee
Relations.
Administrative Assistant Mesko requested pulling this item for more discussion at the next
worksession. Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Byrne moved to open the Public Hearing
and continue it to Februar 23, 1999. Carried 4 - 0.
VI. New Business:
A. Request for Donation. Pulled.
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B. Schedule EDA Workshop.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to schedule the EDA Worksession
for Februar 23, 1999 at 6:00 p.m. Carried.
VII. Old. Business:
A. VS SA Letter of Credit.
Attorney Vierling reported that he received a letter from VS SA stating that the were unable
to post a letter of credit at this time and that he recommended that the Cit not act on an
requests regarding this project. Councilmember Byrne, seconded b Swenson moved to direct
staff to cease an work on this project and continue the Planning Commission Public Hearing
set for February 25, 1999. Carried.
B. Fire Inspections /businesses.
Administrative Assistant Mesko reported that charges have not been established for this and
requested direction from Council on how to reimburse for this service. Deput Ma
Turnquist directed staff to determine reimbursement for this service. Councilmember Beaudet,
seconded b Byrne moved to table this matter to February 23, 1999. Carried.
C. NS Update.
Administrative Assistant Mesko gave an update on legislation. Councilmember Beaudet
directed Cit Engineer Anderlik and Cit Attorney Vierling to find documents regarding the
siting of the King Plant. Councilmember Turnquist reported that he attended a Coalition of
Utilit Cities meeting last week and that there is no talk of deregulation as of this legislative
session.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Beaudet moved to adjourn at 7:47 p.m. Carried.
Respectfully submitted,
1 . .�eu,arL
Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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• CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call Tno Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Schaaf.
Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson, Turnquist. Staff present: City Attorney Vierling, City
Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, Police Chief Swanson, City Planner Richards, Community
Development Director Danielson, Administrative Assistant Mesko, and Administrative Secretary Schleusner.
Absent Administrator Melena, Public Works Director Johnson.
I. Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Councilmember Beaudet added appointing a representative for
the Historical Bridge Meeting as Item C under New Business and developing a monthly budget report
as Item D under New Business. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve
the Agenda as amended. Carried.
II. Department /Council Liaison Reports
A. Planning Commission
B. Parks Commission
C. Cable Commission
D. Water Management Organizations
1. Brown's Creek Watershed District
Ill 2. Middle St. Croix Water Management Organization
E . Other
A. Planning Commission: Cit Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission held
a worksession on the Planning Comprehensive Plan on Monday, January 25, 1999. He also
reported that the Planning Commission had denied the request for a variance and Conditional
Use Permit for a senior apartment complex at 56th Street and Osman Avenue. The next
Planning Commission Meeting is scheduled for Thursda February 25, 1999.
B. Parks Commission: Communit Development Director Danielson reported that the Parks
Co mmission held a worksession on the Parks Comprehensive Plan on Monda Januar 25,
1999. The reported that this will be a 3 - 4 month project. She also reported that the Parks
Commission will be recommending the adoption of a Tree Protection Ordinance.
C. Cable Commission: Nothing to report.
D. Water Management Organizations
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that Brown's Creek Watershed met on
January 25, 1999. The will be having a meeting on February 18, 1999 at 8:30 a.m. at the
Soil and Water Conservation Office to discuss their rules.
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Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that work is progressing on the Perro Creek
issue.
E. Other: None.
Visitors:
A. John Arkell, Carriage Homes and Jack Krongard, Krongard Construction. Mr. Arkell addressed
Council as to the status of his investment in this project. Mr. Krongard addressed Council as
to the design of this project and requested continuing to work with the Cit to modif the plans
so the project could go forward. Planning Commission member Schultz addressed Council and
stated that the Planning Commission denied this request for a variance and a Conditional Use
Permit on the grounds that there was not a significant hardship. He also stated that had Mr.
Arkell or Mr. Krongard been present at the last Planning Commission meeting, perhaps more
discussion could have taken place at that time to clarif their position. Councilmember
Swenson, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to refer this issue back to the Planning
Commission on the condition that the applicants agree to an extended time table. Carried
4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against. Attorne Vierling stated that it will come back
to Council either on Februar 9 or Februar 23, 1999 unless the applicant agrees to an
extension. Mr. Arkell indicated that he would agree to the extended time table.
• B. Rec Award. Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Nicholas Bryant, 6315 Paris Avenue North, for participating in the Cit rec program
on Thursda Januar 21, 1999.
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
B. Approve City Council Minutes — January 12, 1999.
C. Approve amended City Council Minutes - December 15, 1998
D. Approval of Investment Policy
E. Approval of Wal -Mart amusement license
F. Resolution establishing admin. fees for 1998
G. Resolution adopting 1998 budget adjustments
H. Approval of preliminar 1999 cable budget
I. Resolution authorizing transfer of TIF funds
J. Approve authorization for Cit Holida party
K. Approve Vendor Nondisturbance agreement
L. Approve tree pruning bids
M. Approve Continuation Agreement for 1999 Goodwill Attended Donation Center
Councilmember Beaudet requested pulling Items F and G and moving them to Old Business
as Items D and E. He also clarified that Item L, Approve tree pruning bids was to approve the
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recommendation b Arborist Widin.
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Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items F and G. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
V. Public Hearings:
A. Set a Public Hearing for Tuesday, February 9, 1999 to discuss amending Ordinance 203, An
Ordinance Regulating Employee Relations.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved to set the Public Hearing for Tuesday,
February 9, 1999. Carried.
B. Set date for Public Hearing for Amending Parks and Planning Commission Membership.
Councilmember Turnquist stated that the Parks Commission and the Planning Commission
were not in favor of amending this Ordinance and that there should be further discussion.
Councilmember Beaudet noted that the Ordinance specified terms as two or three y ears. He
stated that currentl the are four year terms and the he recommended keeping the terms at
four y ears. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to table this matter to the
February 16, 1999 worksession. Carried.
. New Business:
A. Approval of creation of additional position of Sergeant in the Police Department.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Byrne moved to create a second Sergeant position in
the Police Department. Carried.
B. Approval of the promotion of Michael Hausken to Sergeant effective July 1, 1999.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded b Turnquist moved to promote Michael Hausken to
Sergeant effective Jul 1, 1999. Carried.
C. Appoint representative for the Historical Bridge Meetings.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Turnquist moved to appoint Councilmember Byrne
as the representative for these meetings. Carried 4 - 0. Councilmember Byrne abstaining.
D. Develop monthl budget updates.
Councilmember Beaudet requested a monthly budget update of the major categories of the
• budget and the current status. Council directed Finance Director Holst to give her
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recommendations on this process to Council at the worksession scheduled for Tuesda
Februar 16, 1999.
VII. Old. Business:
A. Approve appointment of Parks Commission member.
Mayor Schaaf moved to appoint Barb Schott to the Parks Commission. Motion died for lack
of a second. Councilmember Byrne, seconded b Swenson moved to appoint Gina Zeuli to the
Parks Commission. Carried 5 - 0.
B. Approve Resolution 99- 08 -11, A Resolution Determining Findins of Fact and Directng the
Amendment of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Oak Park Heights to include B -3,
Highwa Business and Warehousing Zoning District.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet moved to approve Resolution 99- 08 -11. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Approve Resolution 99 01 - 12, A Resolution Determining Findings of Fact and Authorizing
the Rezoning of Lands from Open Space (0) to Highwa Business and Warehousing.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve Resolution 99- 01 -12. Roll
call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
D. Approve Resolution establishing admin. fees for 1998.
Councilmember Beaudet stated his objection to the 10% admin. fees. Councilmember
Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to approve the Resolution establishing admin. fees for
1998. Carried 4 - 1. Councilmember Beaudet voting against.
F. Approve Resolution adopting 1998 budget adjustments.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to approve the Resolution adopting
the 1998 budget adjustments. Carried 5 - 0.
VIII. Adjournment:
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Swenson moved to adjourn at 8:04 p.m. Carried.
Respectfully submitted,
S �.. .
L sa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 1999
7:00 P.M. AGENDA
Call To Order /Approval of Agenda: The meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Deputy Ma
Turnquist. Present: Councilmembers Beaudet, Byrne, Swenson, Turnquist. Staff present: City
Administrator Melena, City Attorney Vierling, City Engineer Anderlik, Engineer Shimon, Police Chief
Swanson, City Planner Richards, Community Development Director Danielson, Public Works Director
Johnson, Administrative Assistant Mesko, and Administrative Secretary Schleusner. Absent: None. Arriving
late: Mayor Schaaf at 7:05 p.m.
Call to Order /Approval of Agenda: Councilmembers -elect Byrne and Swenson were sworn in by
Administrator Melena. Administrator Melena requested adding labor negotiations and the pending
litigation to Closed Session. He also requested adding a Resolution of Acknowledgement to Old
Business. Councilmember Beaudet requested pulling Item H of Old Business. Attorney Vierling
requested pulling Item B of Consent Agenda for clarification. Councilmember Swenson, seconded by
Mayor Schaaf moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
II. Organizational Meeting:
A. 1999 Appointments: Ma Schaaf, seconded b Councilmember Swenson moved to adopt
• Resolution 99 -01 -07 Establishing the Position of Deputy Civil Defense Director.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Beaudet moved to adopt Resolution 99 -01 -04
Approving Appointments for the Cit of Oak Park Heights in 1999. The appointments are
as follows:
Deputy Mayor Jerr Turnquist
Civil Defense Director Lindy Swanson
Deputy Civil Defense Director Mark Swenson
Cable Commission - Council Jerry Turnquist
Middle St. Croix WMO David Beaudet
Brown's Creek Watershed District Jerry Turnquist
Cooperation Committee David Schaaf
Mark Swenson
Wash. Co. League of Loc. Gov. David Beaudet
Chamber of Commerce /SAEDC David Schaaf
Assistant Weed Inspector Rollie Staberg
Coalition of Utilities Cities Tom Melena
Coalition of Utilities Cities - Alternates David Schaaf
Jerry Turnquist
David Beaudet
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Economic Development Authority - President Jerry Turnquist
Economic Development Authority - Vice - president David Schaal
Economic Development Authority - Secretary Mark Swenson
Economic Development Authority - Treasurer David Beaudet
Economic Development Authority - Asst. Treasurer Judy Holst
Parks Commission Liaison Lynae Byrne
Planning Commission Liaison Mark Swenson
B. Official City Newspaper: Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Byrne moved to adopt
Resolution 99 -01 -08 naming the Courier and Stillwater Gazette as official City newspapers.
Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson
moved to adopt Resolution 99 -01 -09 appointing the Stillwater Gazette as the publication for
time - sensitive material. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0. Councilmember Swenson,
seconded by Beaudet moved to adopt Resolution 99 -01 -10 appointing Heritage Printing as the
official newsletter publisher for the City of Oak Park Heights for 1999. Roll call vote was
taken. Carried 5 - 0.
C. Charges for City items /services: Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to
set the 1999 fees by Resolution 99- 01 -02. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
• D. 1999 Checking and Bank Depositories: Councibmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved
to adopt Resolution 99 -01 -01 designating 1999 checking and bank depositories. Roll call vote
was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
E. Appointing Professional Consultants: Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved
to adopt Resolution 99 -01 -03 appointing professional consultants for the Cit of Oak Park
Heights for 1999. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
III Department /Council Liaison Reports:
A. Parks Commission
B. Cable Commission
C. Water Management Organizations
D. Rec Award
E. Planning Commission
P. Council Committee Updates
G. Bridge Report
H. Police Report
I. Administration Report
J. Transit Report
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K. Legislative Committee Report
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Administrator Melena reported that all previous Department /Council Liaison Reports have been listed
and asked Council for direction as to which reports they would like to remain on the Agenda and which
reports to discontinue. Council agreed that Parks Commission, Cable Commission, Water
Management Organizations (listing Brown's Creek and Middle St. Croix), Recycling Award, Planning
Commission and adding "Other Reports" should all remain on the Agenda. Bridge Report, Police
Report, Administration Report, Transit Report and Legislative Report are all to be taken off.
A. Parks Commission: Community Development Director Danielson reported that there will be
a Parks Comprehensive Plan workshop on January 25, 1999.
B. Cable Commission: Councilmember Turnquist reported that the Cable Commission is still in
the process of negotiations.
C. Water Management Organizations:
Brown's Creek - Councilmember Turnquist reported that Brown's Creek Watershed met on
January 11, 1999 and that they are in the process of putting together their rules and will be
continuing discussion.
• Middle St. Croix - Councilmember Beaudet reported that the legislative report was forwarded
to legislature as directed and that the will be adopting their budget at their next meeting on
January 14, 1999.
D. Recycling Award: Administrative Assistant Mesko recommended awarding a $25.00 check to
Tim and Marnie Maroney of 13857 - 55th Street North for participating in the City's
recycling program on Thursday, January 7, 1999.
E. Planning Commission: City Planner Richards reported that the Planning Commission met
on January 7th and had a workshop on January 11, 1999. He also reported that the Planning
Commission has not received any additional information from Ryder Transportation. There
will be a workshop on January 25, 1999 to complete the Planning Comprehensive Plan. The
next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for January 21, 1999.
IV. Visitors:
There were no visitors.
V. Consent Agenda:
A. Approve Bills & Investments.
• B. Approve Cit Council Meetings — December 29, 1998.
C. Approve liability insurance agreement.
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• D. Approve Metro East dues for 1999.
E. Approve purchase of public notification signs.
Attorney Vierling requested pulling Item B, Councilmember Swenson requested pulling Item
E and Councilmember Beaudet requested pulling Item D.
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to approve the Consent Agenda minus
Items B, D and E. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
Attorney Vierling requested the December 29, 1998 Minutes to reflect that the taking of the
Ritzer property was done by Resolution. Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Turnquist
moved to approve the December 29, 1998 Minutes with that correction.
After clarification, Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the Metro
East dues for 1999.
After clarification, Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to approve the
purchase of public notification signs.
VI. Public Hearings:
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A. To discuss road reconstruction project.
Administrator Melena recommended Council to direct staff to update the road reconstruction
report. Councilmember Beaudet recommended giving a one -year notice to residents to allow
them to save to pay for the assessment. He also recommended waiting on the road
reconstruction until after the highway work is completed. Mayor Schaaf, seconded by
Councilmember Swenson moved to authorize staff to update the report. Carried 4 - 1.
Beaudet voting against.
VII. New Business:
A. Comprehensive Sanitar Sewer Plan:
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to authorize proceeding with
revising the proposal at a cost not to exceed $12,000.00. Carried.
B. Request for annexation of property to the City of Oak Park Heights:
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Swenson moved to direct staff to send
correspondence to Mr. and Mrs. Nass thanking them for their request and informing them
• that Council has denied their request and indicating to them that they will need to forward
their desire to the Municipal Board for consideration. Carried.
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I. Old Business:
A. Liability of City Council, Parks & Planning Commission members for activities in pursuit of
City business.
Attorney Vierling presented his opinion regarding the liability of City Council, Parks &
Planning Commission members for activities in pursuit of City business. He said that these
representatives are covered by the cities' liability insurance and that because they are only
advisory bodies, their liability is low.
B. VSSA.
1. Bond and Development Agreement.
2. Presentation by VSSA.
Administrator Melena presented a review of the Development Agreement and bond closing with
Valley Senior Service Alliance.
Barb Barry and Skip Sorenson gave a presentation showing their proposed amendment to the
concept plan. Councilmember Turnquist, seconded by Byrne moved to approve the plan
• amendment. Carried.
Questions regarding getting on the list for occupancy at this senior community should be
directed to Jane Farm at Senior Housing (651) 490 -9216.
C. City hall parking lot connection - recommend forwarding to January 19 workshop:
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Turnquist moved to forward this issue to the January 19,
1999 workshop. Carried.
D. Funding of park master plan:
Mayor Schaaf, seconded by Councilmember Turnquist moved to authorize funding ($4,500)
of the park master plan from the Park Dedication Fund. Motion failed 2 - 3. Swenson,
Beaudet and Byrne voting against.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to authorize funding ($4,500) of
the park master plan from the Council Contingency Fund. Carried 3 - 2. Turnquist and
Schaaf voting against.
E. Award of police vehicle bid and purchase:
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• Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to approve purchase of a GMC
Chevrolet Tahoe from Routson Motors for a cost of $28,594 with the condition that the
money received from the sale of the old squad car would be used to replenish the Police
Department budget. Carried 3 - 2. Councilmembers Byrne and Swenson voting against.
F. Update on 1999 Board of Review Date:
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Swenson moved to set the 1999 Board of Review Date
for April 6, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Oak Park Heights Cit Hall. Carried.
G. Update on solid waste collection:
Administrator Melena gave a brief update on solid waste collection and the transition process
for the Cit
H. Authorization and appointment of Cit representation to NLC Conference in Washington, DC,
March 5 - 9, 1999:
Councilmember Turnquist, seconded b Ma Schaaf moved to authorize Council members
to attend the NLC Conference in Washington, CS with the condition that anything over
• $1,500.00 would be paid for b the Councilmember. Carried 4 - 1. Beaudet voting against.
Kern Center Rezoning recommendations:
Cit Planner Richards recommended returning the decision back to Council with the Planning
Commission's previous recommendation for B/W zoning, but no recommendations on the B -
zoning. He stated this was because there was a 3 - 1 vote for B - at the Planning
Commission's Januar 7th meeting and there needs to be a 4/5 majority for rezoning approval.
Song Fawcett, Bannigan & Kell the law firm representing Kern Center owners requested no
rezoning to a B - district. She reported that the owners would like to have Draft Ordinance
99 - _ adding Section 401.300 to allow a B - 3, Highway Business and Warehouse District
Zone and Amending Various Sections of the Ordinance to Include Highway Business and
Warehousing District Uses, amended to move items 1 through 7 and 10 through 15 from
conditional uses to permitted uses to accommodate current uses. Ms. Fawcett represents the
following business /land owners: Will Zintel, Ra Kennedy, Joe Kohout, Tony Valoos, Bruce
& Rodger Tuckner, DJ Raduenz and Rob Burberl.
Joe Kohout, Xanadu Adventure Golf, addressed Council and stated that the B -3 zoning makes
his business non - conforming. He stated that he could continue to operate since the business
was grandfathered in, but he could not expand his business and this would be a hardship to his
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John Low was representing the vacant land owners of the Kern Center Violet Kern, Oak Park
LLC, Rick Kemper, ALK Partners, Kelly Brookman, St. Croix West and himself, who are all
in favor of the B -3 zoning.
Ra Ke business owner, stated that he is in favor of the B -3 zoning with changes in the
Draft Ordinance to change the proposed conditional uses to permitted uses.
Kirk Schultz, member of the Planning Commission, was present a nd said that he was absent
at the January 7th Planning Commission meeting but that he would have voted in favor of the
B -3 District.
Councilmember Beaudet, seconded b Turnquist moved to direct staff to complete the plans
and Ordinance as B -3 zoning and return to Council for adoption at the January 23, 1999
Council meeting. Carried 5 - 0.
J. Public Works purchase of a sander:
Co Swenson, seconded by B moved to authorize Public Works to purchase
a sander per the specifications presented at a cost of $3,292.42. Carried 4 - 1. Beaudet voting
• against.
Police Chief Swanson gave an update on a few issues. First was the concern regarding the 9- second
dela for 911 emergency calls. There is dead air for this time frame, which most people are unaware
of. Although the call is being received b the 911 dispatcher, a caller ma think that the call has not
gone through due to this dela He stated that this was industry standard due to the change in software.
He recommended putting a notice in the Oak Park Heights cit page in the Stillwater Gazette to
inform residents that this ma occur. Secondly, Council had received some complaints regarding the
width of Osman Avenue and plowing. There have been requests for no parking signs on that street.
Swanson stated that he and Public Works Director Johnson will go out and measure the width of the
road and report back to Council at the next workshop whether to recommend those signs. He also
reported that the Cit received a Court Order which forced a resident to bring their property into
compliance. It was the first time the Cit has used a Civil Action for this t of offense and Swanson
said the process went well.
Councilmember Turnquist acknowledge receipt of a letter from Nile Kriesel, Administrator for the Cit
of Stillwater, inviting Councilmember Swenson to attend meetings regarding the St. Croix Valley
Recreation Center. Swenson and cit staff will attend those meetings to discuss ice times and usage
of the facility.
Adjourned to closed session at 10:55 p.m.
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ilk 'Closed Session.
To discuss pending litigation and labor relations.
City Council reconvened at 11 :36 p.m.
Councilmernber Swenson, seconded by Beaudet moved to approve Resolution 99 -01 -05 Authorizing
Approval of Police Union Contract Pursuant to Staff Approval. Roll call vote was taken. Carried
5 0. ...
Couiicilmember Beaudet, seconded by Mayor Schaaf moved to approve Resolution 99 -01 -06
Recognizing the Contributions of Janet Robert. Roll call vote was taken. Carried 5 - 0.
X. Adiournmeht
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Turnquist moved to adjourn at 11:38 p.m. Carried.
Respectful, ''submitted,
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Lisa M. Schleusner
Administrative Secretary /Deputy Clerk
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